Our collaborative approach aims to guide the design by Donald Insall Associates and inform thermal modelling by Atelier Ten.

MI's first combined Condition Survey and Pre-Demolition Audit. We used our platform to report on U-Values, fabric build-ups and opportunities for retention, reuse and recycling. 

George & Dragon Hall, Holland Park

One of the highlights of this year, Material Index is proud to spotlight our recent achievements in the Greencoat and Gordon House project, situated on Francis Street, SW1, within Derwent London’s esteemed Victoria portfolio.

This enhanced pre-demolition audit, a cornerstone in our commitment to sustainability and circular economy, aims to meticulously catalog building elements that are viable for reuse, reducing embodied carbon and supporting zero waste initiatives. In collaboration with Squire & Partners, architects of the refurbishment, and Atelier Ten, the sustainability consultants, Material Index has conducted a comprehensive inventory focusing on the reuse of MEP equipment, FF&E, and various finishes.

This project not only reinforces our strong relationship with Derwent London but also underscores our leadership in transforming urban spaces with an eye towards sustainability and innovation in material reuse.

Working closely with Derwent London, Material Index have been involved from Stage 2 through to Stage 4. The online material management has allowed tenants and the building owner to explore portfolio reuse opportunities. 

Greencoat & Gordon House

The London Legacy Development Corporation engaged Material Index to provide environmental reporting, capture residual value, and minimize waste on their ‘Old Ford’ Wastewater Recycling Centre site in East London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

We conducted a comprehensive audit, prepared contract documents for the deconstruction contractor, and managed asset brokerage. This process enabled the resale of numerous technical components – from battery banks to generators - to eight different trade partners, generating over £12,000 in revenue with many items initially earmarked as waste or scrap were successfully repurposed.

During the project we pioneered new OCR technology to help rapidly catalogue part numbers and plates. All the components were individually tagged, wrapped, and palletised for dispatch to a broad range of buyers both nationally and internationally.

George & Dragon Hall, Holland Park

George & Dragon Hall, Holland Park

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