Clareville Grove — Residential Refurbishment MEP Design
London NW3
Project Overview
XLR8 MEP Design Ltd was appointed to deliver full Mechanical and Electrical consultancy services for the refurbishment of an existing three-storey residential dwelling at 7 Clareville Grove, London.
The project required a coordinated MEP design to support the upgrade of the property, ensuring compliance, buildability, and alignment with the client’s architectural vision.
Client Requirement
The client required a complete M&E consultancy service to:
- Support the refurbishment of an existing residential property
- Develop a clear and coordinated Stage 4 technical design
- Enable accurate contractor pricing and tendering
- Provide oversight during construction to ensure design compliance
Scope of Services
Pre-Contract Stage (RIBA Stage 4)
XLR8 MEP Design Ltd delivered:
- Attendance at design team meetings to establish the final MEP strategy
- Full M&E design calculations and system sizing
- Production of detailed Stage 4 technical design drawings
- Preparation of tender specifications
- Review and assessment of contractor tender returns
Construction Stage (RIBA Stage 5–7)
During construction, XLR8 provided:
- Review of contractor working drawings for compliance with design intent
- Attendance at site progress meetings
- Regular site inspection reports based on installation progress
- Witnessing of commissioning and review of certification for major services
Compliance & Performance
The design included:
- As-Designed SAP calculations to demonstrate compliance with Building Regulations
- Provision for As-Built SAP and EPC certification upon completion
This ensured the project met current regulatory requirements while supporting energy performance expectations.
Key Challenges
- Integrating new M&E systems within an existing building structure
- Coordinating services within constrained existing spaces
- Ensuring the design remained practical and buildable for contractors
- Maintaining compliance while adapting to refurbishment constraints
Our Approach
XLR8 adopted a coordination-led and practical design approach, focusing on:
- Early engagement with the design team to align strategy
- Producing clear, contractor-ready Stage 4 information
- Maintaining involvement through construction to protect design intent
- Providing structured reporting and witnessing during commissioning
Outcome
XLR8 MEP Design Ltd delivered a complete consultancy service that:
- Enabled accurate and competitive contractor tendering
- Supported a controlled and coordinated construction process
- Ensured compliance with Building Regulations
- Provided continuity from design through to commissioning
Project Value
This project demonstrates XLR8’s ability to deliver full-cycle MEP consultancy on residential refurbishments:
Combining technical design, coordination, and construction oversight to ensure successful project delivery.
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