Retrofit Advisory Services
MMA provides a comprehensive range of advisory services that address various aspects of property management, including economic, legislative, statutory, technical, and operational contexts. We combine scientific expertise in building physics and pathology with an in-depth understanding of regulatory frameworks.
It is invaluable for any organisation managing building portfolios that wants to apply for grants such as the decarbonisation fund, retrofit its buildings for modern use, and comply with the Building Safety Act 2022.
Holistic Expertise for Comprehensive Solutions
MMA’s approach to architectural advice is grounded in a deep understanding of building physics, pathology, and regulatory demands. This holistic approach to building portfolios empirically allows us to identify challenges such as ageing infrastructure, energy inefficiency, and regulatory compliance issues. More importantly, it also uncovers opportunities for improving building performance, optimising space, and enhancing long-term value and suitability to grant applications.
Merging scientific knowledge with legislative understanding creates solutions that meet current demands and are future-proof. For example, strategic advice focuses on improving energy efficiency, a crucial aspect of sustainable development. With regulations tightening around energy performance, MMA’s guidance helps ensure that buildings meet and exceed regulatory requirements while managing risk and reducing long-term costs.
Strategic, Evidence-Based Advice for Futureproofing
A core component of our work is offering evidence-based advice that empowers decision-makers to make informed choices about their property portfolios. Applying a strategic lens to assessments ensures that buildings are functional today and prepared to meet tomorrow’s demands. Futureproofing involves creating retrofit and repurposing strategies that increase energy efficiency and improve the overall functionality of buildings while maintaining economic viability.
One of the most valuable aspects of translating complex technical information into clear, actionable insights is the ability to predict how building stock and types of buildings may fail. MMA’s expertise in building physics and pathology means we can delve into the scientific aspects of a building’s structure and performance.
Decision-makers need credible, understandable, and practical advice. Doing so helps organisations manage their building stock as valuable assets rather than liabilities, ensuring they can continue performing efficiently for years.
Economically Viable Retrofit and Repurposing Solutions
Retrofit and repurposing strategies are at the heart of MMA’s architectural services. Within financial limitations, economically viable solutions are formed, taking into account budget constraints while still delivering optimal results. This ensures that recommendations are practical and affordable, making it easier for organisations to implement changes without compromising the integrity or value of the building.
This attention to cost-effectiveness is crucial, particularly for organisations like city councils, dioceses, and multi-academy trusts that often have limited budgets but large building portfolios to manage. MMA’s ability to work within these constraints while still providing high-value advice ensures that her clients can make the most of their resources, achieving both short-term fixes and long-term improvements.
Empowering Decision-Makers with Knowledge
The belief that knowledge is power is at the core of empowering clients with the best available information to make well-informed decisions about their buildings. This empowerment comes from providing clear, strategic advice that helps decision-makers understand the full spectrum of risks and opportunities they face.
This comprehensive approach prevents clients from being left in the dark about their property portfolios. Instead, they are equipped with the tools and insights needed to manage their assets effectively, future-proof their buildings, and confidently navigate the complexities of legislative and technical requirements.