The natural world is a precious resource that we squander at our peril. Growing concern for the environment has put sustainable development at the top of the social, regulatory and corporate agenda. How we can interact with the environment as a friend and not as an enemy is one of the major themes and challenges of the 21st century. Fresh thinking is required from engineers and architects to create a new harmony between the built and the natural environment.

Buro Happold is showing the way forward in designing buildings which are more ‘environmentally responsible’. Utilising advanced façade design, low energy heating and natural ventilation systems, our practical solutions balance sustainability with functionality and performance. We also give co-ordinated advice on how to incorporate sustainability into the infrastructure design, in areas such as transport planning, utility supply and waste management.