Name of company
BuroHappold Engineering
Name of President or Managing Director
Ian Booth
President or Managing Director profile
A building services client-focused engineer with over 20 years of experience in construction and real estate in Poland and internationally. Under his leadership, the company has earned a leading position on the Polish market proven by high customer opinions. The Warsaw office is the first WELL Building Standard certified project in Poland. Ian promotes the concept of sustainable construction that positively affects the health of its users.
New technology solutions/services offered
From the beginning, BuroHappold has always strived to deliver an enhanced outcome. What makes our offering so special in 2018, is that our designs have the power to transform; the client’s business, the user’s experience and performance, and increasingly, opportunities for future projects and investment.
The advancement of new tools like big data, coding, machine learning and BIM mean that every project lead now incorporate data and computational analysis in the design process. Augmented and virtual reality enable us to experience environments as yet unbuilt. As part of our design process, we demand of ourselves to explore and define not only expert vigorous technical solutions, but also breakthrough solutions for our clients.
Major current clients
Our major clients include leading investors, developers and architectural studios as well as cities, e.g.: APA Kuryłowicz & Associates, Capital Park, Echo Investment, HB Reavis, Hines, JEMS Architekci, PRC Architekci, Skanska, The City of Warsaw.
Projects completed between October 2017 and September 2018
- Warsaw office achieved WELL Certification at the Gold level. This is the first office space to achieve the WELL Building Standard TM in Poland, for new and existing interiors,
- Varso Place (BREAM on the highest „Outstanding” level and WELL Core & Shell precertificate),
- Generation Park (LEED Platinum).
Projects in progress
- Spark (design in compliance with requirements to achieve a LEED Platinum rating and WELL certification)
Please say why you should be considered for the award
BuroHappold delivers world class integrated engineering solutions for buildings and cities. Our engineers and consultants focus on passive design which avoids the use of natural resources, minimising any negative impact on the environment. We sought to use materials more efficiently and make construction as easy and safe as possible.
With extensive knowledge of human health and wellness in the built environment, we are committed to transforming the building industry through providing knowledge, guidance and rewarding the design of healthier buildings. BuroHappold’s new office is a showcase for the latest technologies and solutions that enhance the well-being and productivity of employees whilst minimising energy consumption. Warsaw office achieved WELL Certification at the Gold level. This is the first office space to achieve the WELL Building StandardTM in Poland, for new and existing interiors.
