Bramley Oak Academy, Guildford – Progress On Site
Works at Bramley Oak Academy are progressing well, with the development now beginning to take shape on site. The project comprises a new build extension and alterations to the existing school, including a two-storey teaching block, a new gym, and a green-roofed link corridor that will seamlessly connect the new and existing accommodation. Internal modifications […]
Conway Street, Brighton – Progress on Site
Works at Conway Street for Brighton & Hove Bus Company are progressing steadily, with the project now entering a highly visible phase on site. Following the successful completion of enabling works and the demolition of several smaller existing buildings, construction of the new three-storey office is now well underway. The site has recently reached a […]
Key Milestone Achieved at Horizon, Hove
Another great project milestone for the Horizon development on Kingsway, Hove, with QED Structures playing a key role as part of the wider team in securing Gateway 2 approval from the Building Safety Regulator. The Gateway 2 process is a critical part of the building safety framework, requiring rigorous design reviews and detailed evidence to […]
Structural Engineering Insights from the AO Hostel Refurbishment
During the refurbishment of the AO Hostel on Old Steine, our team encountered an unexpected piece of Brighton’s structural heritage. As the Structural Engineering Consultants, we were notified by The Bloomsbury Group of a significant discovery uncovered during their investigations: a series of previously unmapped brick vaults beneath the building. Initial inspections suggest these date […]
Lydhurst Estate – A High-End Passivhaus Residence
We’re pleased to be providing structural and civil engineering consultancy services for a great new residence on the Lydhurst Estate in West Sussex. Designed to meet rigorous Passivhaus standards, this 1,300m² private home is a strong example of how sustainable design can sit seamlessly alongside high-end residential architecture. The scheme includes undercroft parking, an indoor […]
Celebrating the Hydrotherapy Pool at Philip Southcote School
We are thrilled to have attended the grand opening of the new Hydrotherapy Pool at Philip Southcote School in Surrey! As the structural designers for this vital facility, we are proud to contribute to the Hydrotherapy Pool, which is an integral part of the physiotherapy and occupational therapy that the school provides to students. Our […]
albion street: award-winning refurbishment
We are thrilled to share the story of Albion Street refurbishment, the proud winner of the Best Small Social Housing Development at the LABC Awards. This remarkable project has transformed a once-derelict building into much-needed homes for six families in West Sussex. Witnessing this building come back to life has been fantastic, and we are […]
Arbour Vale School: A Sustainable, Modular Solution
Arbour Vale School Update: Expanding Facilities for Specialist SEN Education We’re proud to announce the successful delivery of four additional classrooms at Arbour Vale School, a specialist school for students with special educational needs (SEN). This expansion was designed to meet the growing demand for specialised educational spaces, and our team ensured minimal disruption to […]
planning approval – anglia square, norwich
We are thrilled to share that Weston Homes’ has gained Planning Permission for the redevelopment of Anglia Square, allowing for the reinstatement of the Norwich historic street pattern, creating a vibrant new neighbourhood in place of the old shopping centre. We are excited to be part of this project, providing our structural engineering expertise. The project will deliver up to 1,100 new […]