PROJECT OVERVIEW

The recently completed 215,000 sq ft, £100m office development forms part of the third phase of the Talbot Gateway regeneration scheme in Blackpool, led by Muse.

The seven storey office building is now home to over 3000 staff from the Department of Work and Pensions.

Hannan Associate’s duties have included:

• Energy & Sustainability Statement
• Net Zero Carbon in Operation Assessment incl. Operational Energy Modelling
• BREEAM Assessor duties
• Building Services Engineering Consultancy

The building has been designed to be ultra-low energy. Low-carbon heating and cooling to the office have been provided via air source heat pumps. Demand-driven ventilation has also been provided, helping improve indoor air quality while saving energy during periods of reduced occupancy.

The building has been designed to achieve a BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating. We worked alongside Make Architects, RPS, Chroma, Arup on Muse’s design team.

The Talbot Gateway regeneration is transforming Blackpool town centre and will comprise of a new business district and civic quarter, grade A offices, retail space, event space and a new public transport interchange.