COADY Architects

Sustainability Focus

Coady Architects embeds sustainability through their dedicated Sustainability Charter, focusing on drastically reducing upfront embodied carbon and optimising operational energy by utilising Passive House design principles and low-carbon materials. Their sustainable design philosophy focuses on several core areas: Circular Economy & Carbon Tracking: They prioritise Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs), use Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), and focus on modular construction and building retrofits. High-Performance Building Standards: Recent projects achieve top-tier ratings including LEED Platinum (e.g., the award-winning CAB Project), BREEAM 'Excellent', and BER A2/A3.Urban & Community Design: They build on brownfield sites with district heating and circular principles, as seen in their award-winning Innovation Square Apartments. In-House Expertise: Key staff members hold certifications such as Passive House Designer, driving low-energy design and optimal building efficiency.