We complete landmark sustainable workspace in Bristol
We complete landmark sustainable workspace in Bristol
- We have completed Welcome Building®, a 207,000 sq ft, nine-storey commercial space in Bristol.
- The building is on track to achieve a 40 per cent reduction in CO2 emissions, with features including solar energy, low carbon materials and smart technology to optimise efficiency.
- Unique features include a ‘street’ on the ground floor, creating inclusive and collaborative spaces.
Welcome Building®, a sustainable workspace in Bristol
Today, we announce the completion of Welcome Building®, a 207,000 sq ft, nine-storey commercial space in Bristol. The project has been delivered in a joint venture between Trammell Crow Company and EPISO 5, a fund managed by Tristan Capital Partners.
The project is a landmark in the city centre setting a new standard for sustainability, wellbeing and community with advanced ESG credentials. The building is targeting net zero carbon in operation and is one of Bristol’s first fully electric workspaces.
Aiming for net zero — a ‘Thriving Planet’ purpose
The project supports Bristol’s net zero by 2030 target and the UK’s 2050 decarbonisation goals. The building achieved EPC A and a Design For Performance NABERS UK target rating of five stars for building efficiency, and is targeting BREEAM Outstanding certification. It also sets new standards for occupier wellbeing as the first Bristol office development to target Well Platinum Certification.
All materials used during the construction process were 100 per cent recyclable, and the building uses solar energy, low-carbon materials and smart technology to optimise efficiency.
It is also the first office to extract all its heat from a zero-carbon water source heat pump, connected to the Bristol Heat Network. These features mean the building is on track to achieve a 40 per cent reduction in both CO2 emissions and water consumption.
Delivering social value for the local community
A unique feature of the building is the ‘street’ on the ground floor with homely, hotel-style breakout areas, a café bar, an events space, a wellness mezzanine and commissioned public art. It has been designed to create an inclusive, vibrant and collaborative community hub.
Through this project, we have delivered additional social value to the surrounding local community. We employed a local apprentice and trainees on the site, as well as running work experience programmes and supporting site visits for students of the University of Bristol Civil Engineering, the University of the West of England, and Women in Property South West.
A total of £5,000 was also donated to The Dings Youth Club and 440 trees were planted during a community day for the project.
Project delivery partners include Darling Associates Architects, Hoare Lea and Gillespies.
Welcome Building® represents our commitment to reimagining places for people to thrive.
“Designed as a climate-friendly, user-focused, and inclusive office space for Bristol, not only is this landmark project truly sustainable but it delivers meaningful impact on the local community, setting a new standard for development in the city.”
Mark Craig
Managing Director for Construction South
Welcome Building® is our first completed office development in Europe and is a major milestone for TCC as we continue to increase our footprint in the region.
“It is an exemplary development providing high-quality, ESG-focused workspace in a thriving part of the city centre. This building sets a new bar for sustainability in Bristol and boasts an exceptional location with great amenities and connectivity.
“With some space still available and a shortage of large floorplates in the city, we are experiencing high demand and look forward to making another letting announcement very soon.”
Toby Pentecost
Senior Vice President and Head of UK offices at Trammell Crow Company
The building has already attracted international law firm DAC Beachcroft, one of the largest legal sector employers in the South West, as a tenant.
