Building 1 Glassworks, Waterford
Regenerating an Iconic Landmark for a Low-Carbon Future
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Client
Fine Grain Property
Location
Waterford, Ireland
Sector
Commercial + Sustainability
Size
80,000 sq.ft
Services
Mechanical & Electrical Building Services Engineering | Building Performance Analysis | Energy Modelling (IES VE) | Deep Retrofit Engineering | Sustainable Building Design | LEED Support
Transforming a Historic Landmark into a Modern Workplace
Located within the historic 37-acre former Waterford Crystal campus, Building 1 Glassworks is an 80,000 sq.ft Grade A office development that demonstrates how existing commercial buildings can be transformed into high-performance workplaces for the future.
Working alongside our sister company, Lawler Sustainability, Lawler Consulting played a key role in the deep retrofit of this landmark development, combining Mechanical & Electrical Building Services Engineering with advanced building performance analysis and energy modelling to optimise energy efficiency and support the project’s ambitious sustainability objectives.
The completed development achieved an A3 BER and LEED Gold Certification, creating a modern, all-electric workplace while preserving the character and legacy of one of Waterford’s most iconic commercial buildings.
Engineering a Fossil Fuel-Free Workplace
A core objective of the redevelopment was to create a highly efficient, all-electric commercial building with no reliance on fossil fuels.
Using detailed building performance analysis and energy modelling through IES VE, Lawler Consulting and Lawler Sustainability evaluated and refined a range of energy conservation measures, enabling the design team to optimise building performance before construction.
The completed development incorporates:
- High-efficiency all-electric building services
- LED lighting with PIR controls
- Advanced ventilation and indoor air quality systems
- Water conservation measures
- Sustainable and recycled construction materials
- EV charging infrastructure
- End-of-trip facilities
- Biodiversity and external landscaping
Together, these measures reduce operational energy demand, improve occupant wellbeing and future-proof the building for a low-carbon economy.
Delivering Sustainable Regeneration
Building 1 Glassworks demonstrates how existing commercial buildings can be successfully regenerated rather than replaced.
By combining innovative engineering with practical sustainability strategies, the project transformed a former industrial landmark into a modern Grade A workplace that balances environmental performance with commercial functionality.
Through close collaboration between Lawler Consulting and Lawler Sustainability, the development successfully integrated Mechanical & Electrical Building Services Engineering, energy modelling and sustainable design into a single coordinated approach, creating a building designed to perform efficiently throughout its operational life.
Project Outcomes
- A3 BER & LEED Gold Certification – delivering a high-performance commercial office building.
- Fossil Fuel-Free Operation – an all-electric building designed to minimise operational carbon emissions.
- Sustainable Regeneration – preserving an iconic commercial building while extending its useful life.
- Improved Occupant Wellbeing – advanced ventilation, indoor air quality and modern workplace facilities.
- Future-Ready Asset – creating a flexible, energy-efficient workplace designed for long-term operational performance.
Services Delivered
- Mechanical & Electrical Building Services Engineering
- Building Performance Analysis
- Energy Modelling (IES VE)
- Deep Retrofit Engineering
- Sustainable Building Design
- LEED Gold Support
- Low Carbon Building Services
- Building Services Optimisation
Creating Sustainable Workplaces for the Future
Lawler Consulting and Lawler Sustainability combine engineering excellence with building performance expertise to help clients transform existing assets into modern, efficient and sustainable workplaces that deliver long-term value.
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