York firm Portakabin completes modular headquarters for Workdry
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 9 Oct, 06:19 · Archive
Portakabin has completed installation of 66 modular units for a three-storey headquarters in Southampton.
Portakabin, based in York, has completed installation of 66 bespoke modular units for a new three-storey headquarters for The Workdry Group at its Chandler's Ford site in Southampton. The modules were manufactured offsite and installed over two weeks. The building is designed to set a benchmark for modern methods of construction and sustainable design.
The headquarters features a floor-to-ceiling glass atrium and reception area, along with flexible and collaborative workspaces. It aims to achieve an 'Excellent' rating under the BREEAM sustainability standard and a 100 per cent biodiversity gain. Eco-friendly features include living walls, a planted courtyard, trees along the frontage, and bird and bat boxes built into the cladding.
Dan Ibbetson, chief executive of Portakabin, said the modular approach demonstrates 'the incredible spaces that can be delivered using modular building technology'. Dan Lee, group chief executive of The Workdry Group, called the milestone 'a significant investment in our long-term future' and said the company would be 'a considerate neighbour throughout the construction process' on the prominent site.
How it is being reported
- York-based firm completes major installation for three-storey headquartersYork firm Portakabin has finished a new headquarters built from 66 modular units.The Press (York) · 9 Oct, 05:00
- York-based firm completes major installation for three-storey headquartersYork firm Portakabin has finished a new headquarters built from 66 modular units.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 9 Oct, 05:00
In this story: Portakabin · The Workdry Group · Selwood · Chandler's Ford · Southampton · York · Dan Ibbetson · Dan Lee
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