Office Workspace & Light industrial Spaces, Leicester

Fatade was appointed to provide a full suite of building performance and compliance services for the Office workspace development in Leicester.

The development was conceived with a strong sustainability agenda, targeting net zero carbon in construction and designed to operate without fossil fuels. The buildings incorporate air source heat pumps, roof-mounted photovoltaics, super-insulated envelopes, and low-energy LED lighting, alongside infrastructure for EV charging and active travel. These features are supported by a fabric-first approach and a commitment to long-term operational efficiency.

Fatade’s role was central to validating and enhancing the performance of the design. We delivered a detailed CIBSE TM52 overheating assessment to inform the natural ventilation strategy and ensure thermal comfort across office and light industrial spaces. This was complemented by a CIBSE TM54 operational energy assessment, which provided a realistic projection of in-use energy performance and helped identify potential performance gaps early in the design process.

To support planning and regulatory compliance, Fatade also produced a comprehensive Energy Statement, demonstrating alignment with local and national carbon reduction targets. Our team carried out Part L compliance modelling, U-value calculations, and lodged EPCs for each unit, ensuring that the development met all statutory requirements while maintaining its ambitious sustainability goals.

By combining advanced simulation with regulatory expertise, Fatade helped deliver a technically robust, environmentally responsible development that supports innovation, reduces operational carbon, and sets a benchmark for future-ready commercial buildings.