Objective

To conduct a Design & Procurement Assessment and Post Construction Review, and consult on obtaining a BREEAM International Bespoke 2008 ‘Good’ or ‘Very Good’ rating.
 

Brief

The Client aims to integrate high sustainability and energy-efficiency features into the project, in order to lessen its environmental impact and enhance living quality and comfort for its occupants. A BREEAM certification is sought to provide credible third-party attestation of the project’s sustainability.

EcoConsulting has been appointed as the BREEAM assessor for Résidences La Brocéliande, and is assisting the Client and design team in working towards a BREEAM “Good” or, if proven feasible and within budget, a “Very Good” rating.

The project will be evaluated under the BREEAM International Bespoke scheme, and the sustainability requirements will be specifically tailored by the BRE for a residential project in Lebanon. As such, EcoConsulting also acts as the local consultant and liaises with the BRE to advise on the local climate, standards, regulations, and construction practices, in order to customize requirements accordingly.

Our team is in charge of reviewing the project design and specifications, evaluating the applicability of all BREEAM criteria, and recommending any necessary design modifications and subsequent contractor & client commitments to ensure a maximum score is obtained.

Our involvement also requires ensuring that the design team becomes aware of the BREEAM requirements and assessment process, since the project is the first BREEAM in Lebanon. With our multi-cultural team, we are working in English, French, and Arabic to interpret local regulations and standards, project specifications, and consult on likely eco-friendly and energy-efficient improvements.