ACA

For ACA, sustainability is not an architectural trend. It is the heart of our business.

At a time when we are more conscious than ever of resources, of lifestyle choices and the future of the planet, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do.

Our joint principal, Barry Gallagher, is a champion of sustainable practices and an accomplished expert in delivering maximum sustainability projects in social housing and bespoke residential projects.

Your investment in our skills and expertise will return a bespoke space, built around your needs, underpinned by principles of sustainability that deliver in terms of efficiency, economy and the highest possible quality.

Our approach to maximising efficiency also minimises impact without compromising on aesthetics.

Ultimately producing architecture that will stand the test of time.

 

Respecting the Past. Embracing the Future.

ACA employ a conscious approach to energy and ecological conservation in designing every space, always aiming to ensure our actions do not impact on the opportunities for future generations.

As the core of our experience has been accumulated by delivering exemplary quality design that respects the past, we are leading the way in providing practical, affordable and beautiful solutions that allow more people to enjoy an ever more holistic lifestyle.

 

Design

 

WE ARE RESPONSIBLE

We are all about:

  • Sustainable building that is environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout a buildings life-cycle
  • Expanding and complimenting the classical building design concerns of economy, utility, durability and comfort
  • Designing buildings that reduce the overall impact of the built environment on human health and the natural environment
  • Bringing energy efficient and environmentally friendly construction practices to life
  • The environmental, economic and social benefits of good “green” design solutions

WE ARE INNOVATIVE

We understand that:

  • With proper synergistic design, individual green building technologies work together to produce a greater cumulative effect
  • The needs of a design can be achieved without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs
  • Renewable technologies are constantly evolving and the designs must take this into account
  • The objective is to minimize the total environmental impact associated with all life-cycle stages of the building project.
  • Buildings are complex products each comprising of a multitude of materials and components with every design variable and variation affecting the environment during the buildings relevant life-cycle.