Green Building Design supported a major refurbishment and decarbonisation programme at 316 Cambridge Science Park, a 21,635 sq ft 1990s commercial building. The project transformed the facility into high-quality laboratory and office space while aligning with the park’s sustainability and landscaping vision.
The works began with significant structural interventions, including the installation of a completely new ground floor slab to address long-term subsidence issues. The building was then fully decarbonised, with all gas systems removed and replaced with efficient, all-electric alternatives.
Internally, the ground floor was fitted out to Category A laboratory specification, with the first floor refurbished to Category A office space. A full mechanical and electrical upgrade was completed, incorporating new LED lighting with daylight sensing controls, high-efficiency VRF systems, and new air handling units.
The building’s core was renewed with modern finishes and feature lighting to enhance occupier experience, while external landscaping was redesigned to integrate with the Science Park’s wider landscaping scheme.
This comprehensive retrofit has already been recognised within the industry, with the project shortlisted for Retrofit of the Year at the Building Magazine Awards.
KeyFeatures
- Complete replacement of the ground floor slab to resolve subsidence issues.
- Full building decarbonisation, removing all gas systems.
- Ground floor fitted out to CAT A laboratory space.
- First floor refurbished to CAT A office space.
- Installation of new M&E services, including LED lighting with daylight sensing, VRF systems, and air handling units.
- Refurbished core with feature lighting.
- Redesigned landscaping to integrate with Science Park’s masterplan.
The 316 Cambridge Science Park project demonstrates GreenBuilding Design’s expertise in delivering sustainable, future-ready refurbishments that extend the life of existing buildings while enhancing their functionality, energy performance, and appeal to occupiers.
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