Architecture
Below is a list of BSRIA services of particular help to people working in architecture.
Design support
Services for design validation, sustainability, energy efficiency and Part L compliance
Testing dwellings
Nationwide airtightness testing and support services for new dwellings Building Regulations Part L1A. Competitive prices and fast response.
Airtightness
Nationwide airtightness testing and support services on all buildings for Building Regulations Part L
Testing non-dwellings
Nationwide airtightness testing and support services for non dwellings Building Regulations Part L2. Accredited and recognised by building control
Consultancy and design reviews
Nationwide airtightness testing and support services for new dwellings Building Regulations Part L1A. Competitive prices and fast response.
Thermal imaging
Thermal imaging of building fabric to identify air leakage paths and insulation defects, supports airtightness testing for Building Regulations Part L
Building compliance
Including SBEM, BREEAM, EPCs, DECs, airtightness and thermal imaging
Energy efficiency
Energy efficient design, operation and feasibility studies for renewables and low energy
Bookshop/information
BSRIA published guidance, large library, information officers and expert engineers
Library
The largest building services library in Europe, stocking European and British standards, books, documents, journals and conference papers.
Research
Delivering practical results, breaking new ground and applying technologies and processes
Physical modelling and mock-up testing
Independent mock-up testing of any type of built environment and HVAC systems provide advice on design and installation issues.
Computer modelling
Computer simulation services for assessment of whole buildings to single pieces of heating, ventilation and cooling systems at the design stage
Indoor air quality
Comprehensive investigation of indoor environment including health and safety, thermal comfort and IAQ, and system performance on site
SBEM
SBEM calculations of energy performance and carbon emissions in commercial buildings
BREEAM
BREEAM, Code for Sustainable Homes and bespoke environmental assessments to achieve planning targets and client specification.
Soft Landings
Designers and constructors staying involved with buildings beyond practical completion, to help fine-tune systems and ensure best use of buildings
Building information modelling
BSRIA promotes the use of integrated Building Information Modelling (or BIM) through the BSRIA/BuildingSMART network
Energy and sustainability network
This is a member network focused on the area of energy and sustainability.
