Principal Designer

Principal Designer Project Experience

About DB3 Founded in 1883, DB3 Group is an award-winning, dynamic practice consisting of DB3 Architecture & Design, DB3 Building Services Engineering, DB3 Net Zero and DB3 Professional Services.

DB3 Group has seven studios across the UK in Leeds, London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, Cardiff and Aberystwyth, so we are never too far away from your project. Renowned for our quality design and technical delivery, we have long standing relationships with some of the biggest global brands across private and public market sectors.

From architectural vision to the completed build, we provide multi-disciplinary expertise aimed at meeting the diverse needs of our client base. We embrace the latest technology, including Building Information Modelling (BIM), to assist in our process and operations for design, visualisation, design team co-ordination and more.

We maintain a focus on delivering the project on time, with exceptional quality and within cost, ensuring long term value is designed into facilities to ensure they are easy and safe to operate, sustainable, minimise energy use and are cost effective to maintain.

Our dedicated team of experienced Architects, Project Managers, Building Services Engineers, Principal Designers and Surveyors provide a quality service regardless of project value, size or complexity, to deliver the best for our clients.

Working collaboratively, we aspire to make this an enjoyable process and build relationships which result in us returning to work for the same clients on future projects.

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DB3 Principal Designer At DB3, we have been providing Principal Designer CDM Services to clients for over 20 years through the different iterations of the regulations. From the initial inception of the CDM Regulations in 1994 as planning supervisor, through to the current 2015 CDM regulations, DB3 have adapted to the challenges of keeping up to date with the regulation changes, ensuring compliance with the legal requirements of CDM 2015 to ensure projects are carried out in a way that secures Health & Safety (H&S).

With the Introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022, H&S compliance for construction projects is more important then ever, with additional duties being placed on clients, principal designers, designers and principal contractors.

We maintain the highest standards of management and control throughout projects to deliver schemes of all scales, programmes and complexity.

Our pragmatic and collaborative approach to CDM Principal Designer Services is more than a tick box exercise, it is a holistic approach and our policies and procedures form part of an externally audited QA procedure to ensure that CDM is integrated from the outset of being appointed to each project. We assist clients to comply with these regulations; working with design teams, be that as a multi-disciplinary approach with our architectural and mechanical and electrical engineers or with external design teams to ensure that CDM is fully and properly considered in order to minimise H&S risks throughout the project.

DB3 Principal Designer Expertise

Retail DB3’s Principal Designer team boasts extensive expertise in providing CDM Principal Designer solutions within the retail sector. Our team’s experience is diverse and comprehensive, spanning a wide range of projects. We have overseen individual bespoke shops, supervised comprehensive initiatives in out-of-town retail parks and successfully managed large-scale supermarket rollout programmes. Our track record includes projects of varying scales and complexities.

HUGO BOSS

Oxford Street Flagship Store Location: Oxford Street, London Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer DB3 served as both the architect and principal designer for the design and implementation of the fit-out of one of BOSS’s flagship stores, covering RIBA stages 3 to 6.

The Oxford Street location features impressive elements, including a striking spiral staircase.

The store also features BOSS’s inaugural set of tailor-made digital features, further enhancing the shopping experience and positioning BOSS as a leader in luxury retail.

MORRISONS

Store ‘Roll Out’ Location: Various Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer

Additionally, we act as an international partner, providing support for Morrisons’ principal design requirements throughout Europe.

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We have an active partnership with Morrisons, serving as the architect and principal designer, taking the lead on various store development projects. Our role includes overseeing a diverse range of store initiatives, such as new construction, conversion, extension and remodelling projects.

VICTORINOX

Oxford Street Flagship Store Location: Oxford Street, London Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer DB3 was engaged by Victorinox to provide a multi-disciplinary service to assist in the implementation of their European flagship store from its current position on Bond Street to larger premises on Oxford Street, London.

DB3 Architecture assisted in the creation of an exciting retail experience which embodies Victrorinox’s brand. DB3 provided Victorinox with a turnkey package of consultant services and sub-consulted out the project manager, structural engineer, MEP engineer, fire engineer and approved inspector.

THE CO-OPERATIVE GROUP

Framework Agreement Location: UK-wide Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer DB3 serves as the Architect and Principal Designer for retail store development on behalf of the Co-operative Group. This includes managing new build stores, store fit outs, refits and funeral care facilities nationwide.

Working closely with the Co-op’s delivery teams, DB3 provides services for their 6,000 properties, such as internal store planning, refurbishment designs and programme management for store investment initiatives. .

B&Q

Store ‘Roll Out’ Location: Various Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer In the role of principal designer, we played a pivotal role in overseeing a diverse array of projects throughout the UK for B&Q. Our responsibilities spanned from effectively managing store closures to coordinating expansions of various sizes across all formats.

Additionally, we were instrumental in the development of entirely new stores.

Our involvement encompassed over 30 distinct projects for B&Q, operating within a dynamic programme framework.

MANGO

Store ‘Roll Out’ Location: Various Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer

DB3 have worked with Mango on numerous store locations including: Manchester, St David’s Cardiff, Cabot’s Circus Bristol, Regent Street London and Oxford Street London.

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DB3 played a pivotal role as the principal designer service provider for Mango, overseeing and facilitating the seamless execution of various projects. Our team effectively coordinated, chaired, and reported to the client, ensuring a harmonious collaboration and the successful achievement of project objectives.

BRIDE HALL DEVELOPMENTS

Ashdown Business Park Location: Uckfield, East Sussex Completion date: 2023 Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer We are the appointed architect and principal designer for the new build units at Ashdown Business Retail Park. The project includes designing and delivering two adjacent retail unit shells on the current Uckfield site, along with associated parking and landscaping. The tenants for these new retail units are Marks & Spencer and Home Bargains.

HUGO BOSS

Boss, Regent Street Location: Regent Street, London Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer DB3 played the role of both architect and principal designer in the redevelopment of Hugo Boss’s store located on Regent Street. The scope of work encompassed the comprehensive redesign and conversion of the pre-existing Hugo Boss establishment into an independent BOSS flagship store situated at 178-180 Regent Street, London.

This undertaking involved a meticulous overhaul of both the ground and first floors of the retail space.

BOOTS

Refurbishment Leeds Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer We have been designated as the architect and principal designer for the Boots Leeds refurbishment project, initiated in response to the expansion of Trinity Kitchen.

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This renovation aims to establish a contemporary and vibrant store on the ground floor of the Trinity shopping centre. The revamped space will encompass the former Vodafone store, enabling the provision of an expanded Opticians service.

Residential DB3’s work in the residential and living space sectors is diverse and we are well experienced in all types of schemes, from single dwellings to high volume multi-unit developments.

Our principal designers possess significant experience in both social and private market solutions, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of diverse project requirements.

THURROCK COUNCIL

Darnley Road Location: Thurrock, Essex Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer DB3 is taking on the roles of Architect and Principal Designer for a fresh initiative with Thurrock Council at the Darnley Road car park site in Grays, Thurrock. The project aims to deliver 53 self-contained flats, with a mix of one and two bed units, together with new landscaping and associated cycle parking.

The core of the scheme is a three to five-storey building, with a separate two-storey building on Darnley Road itself. The scheme includes 35% of the housing as affordable units. The ground floor areas are also designed for potential future community facilities, with increased floor to ceiling heights to provide future-proofing for changes in use.

BEAUMONT MORGAN

Bridgewater Wharf Location: Salford, Manchester Expertise Areas: Architecture & Principal Designer

Bridgewater Wharf is an upcoming eightstory residential development, encompassing approximately 1,200 units planned across multiple phases. The initial phase includes the development of 376 residential apartments, featuring a variety of studios, one, two, threebedroom apartments and townhouses. Residents will enjoy amenities such as a private gym, cycle storage, communal lounge, and on-site parking facilities

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DB3 has provided architectural and principal designer services for the comprehensive Bridgewater Wharf, located in Salford.

THURROCK COUNCIL

Broxburn Drive Location: Thurrock, Essex Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer DB3 has taken on the key roles of Architect and Principal Designer, leading an exciting initiative in partnership with Thurrock Council at Broxburn Drive. This collaborative effort involves working closely with Thurrock Council’s Housing Team to enhance the provision of affordable homes on the Broxburn Drive estate. The approach includes strategically incorporating ‘infill’ buildings into underutilised areas, alongside comprehensive landscape improvement works across the estate.

5 & 16 At the heart of this scheme is a commitment to

delivering new, high-quality affordable homes that cater to the needs of the Thurrock community. The plan outlines a 100% affordable housing initiative, with the aim of providing 33 one, two, and threebedroom affordable homes.

THURROCK COUNCIL

Argent Street Location: Thurrock, Essex Expertise Areas: Architecture & Principal Designer Thurrock Council selected DB3 as the architect and principal designer for the Argent Park housing project, which involved creating 17 affordable housing units and associated landscaping on an existing car park in Grays, Thurrock.

Our combined role in architecture and principal design facilitated the effective use of our extensive knowledge in building design. This integration allowed seamless coordination with the broader design team throughout the preconstruction phase, ensuring thorough planning, management, and monitoring to mitigate any health or safety risks and guarantee the project’s smooth execution.

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GF.37 No.3 Bedroom 11 m²

GF.36 No.3 Bathroom 5 m²

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GF.40 Plant 4 m²

GF.39 No.3 Kitchen 7 m²

GF.38 No.3 Living Rm 23 m² GF.34 No.3 Hall 5 m²

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FF.20 No.8 Bedroom 12 m²

GF.45 No.2 Kitchen 9 m²

GF.35 No.3CCyl 1 m²

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GF.46 No.2 Living Rm 17 m²

GF.43 No.2 Hall 5 m²

FF.19 No.8 Bathroom 6 m²

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GF.30 W.C 4 m²

GF.31 Lift 7 m²

GF.28 Communal Lounge 46 m²

GF.29 Kitchenette 5 m²

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GF.47 Riser 1 m²

GF.26 Stair 01 9 m²

GF.01 No.1 Kitchen 9 m²

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GF.02 No.1 Living Rm 18 m²

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GFW29 GF.03 No.1 Hall 7 m²

GF.04 No.1 Bathroom 5 m²

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GF.23 Stair 03 4 m²

GF.09 No.4 St 1 m²

FF.06 No.6 Bathroom 6 m²

FF.18 No.8CCyl 1 m²

GF.15 Laundry 5 m²

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FF.01 No.6 Hall 6 m²

FF.30 C No.9 Cyl 1 m²

FF.02 No.6 Living Rm 18 m²

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FF.12 No.7 Kitchen 16 m²

FF.24 Lift 7 m²

FF.26 No.9 Bathroom 5 m²

FF.25 No.9 Hall 4 m²

FF.27 No.9 Bedroom 10 m²

FF.08 Riser 1 m²

FF.29 No.9 Kitchen 7 m²

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FF.11 No.7 Living Rm 19 m²

FF.28 No.9 Living Rm 11 m²

We’ve been commissioned by East Riding Yorkshire Council to undertake architectural and principal designer tasks for the Pybus Care Assisted Living and Mergarth Assisted Living projects.

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THURROCK COUNCIL Apartment Area Schedule (GIA)

Name Apartment No.1 (1 Bed) Apartment No.2 (1 Bed) Apartment No.3 (1 Bed) Apartment No.4 (2 Bed) Apartment No.5 (1 Bed) Apartment No.6 (1 Bed) Apartment No.7 (1 Bed) Apartment No.8 (1 Bed) Apartment No.9 (1 Bed) Apartment No.10 (2 Bed) Apartment No.11 (1 Bed) Apartment No.12 (1 Bed) Apartment No.13 (1 Bed)

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Location: Thurrock, Essex

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FF.10 No.7 Hall 5 m²

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GF.13 No.4 Living Rm 20 m²

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FF.16 No.7 Bedroom 13 m²

FF.15 No.7 St 2 m²

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FF.33 No.10 Bedroom 1 13 m²

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FF.42 No.11 Living Rm 16 m²

FF.34 No.10 Bathroom 9 m²

FF.31 No.10 Hall 8 m²

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FF.43 No.11 Bedroom 13 m²

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FF.36 No.10 C Cyl 1 m²

FF.41 No.11 Kitchen 13 m²

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Name No.1 Kitchen No.1 Living Rm No.1 Hall No.1 Bathroom No.1 Cyl No.1 Bedroom No.4 Bedroom 1 No.4 Bathroom No.4 St No.4 Hall No.4 Cyl No.4 Bedroom 2 No.4 Living Rm No.4 Kitchen Laundry No.5 Living Rm No.5 Kitchen No.5 Bedroom No.5 Bathroom No.5 Cyl No.5 Hall CL ST Stair 03 Circulation Ent Ent Stair 01 Store Communal Lounge Kitchenette W.C Lift Stair 02 No.3 Hall No.3 Cyl No.3 Bathroom No.3 Bedroom No.3 Living Rm No.3 Kitchen Plant No.2 Bathroom No.2 Cyl No.2 Hall No.2 Bedroom No.2 Kitchen No.2 Living Rm Riser Riser

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DB3 served as the architect and principal designer for the Bridge Road development project. The initiative involved creating 50 housing units, comprising both private and affordable accommodations, along with associated landscaping.

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FF.13 No.7 Bathroom 6 m²

The current structures, dating back to the 70s and 80s, no longer meet the required spatial standards. Our duties include expanding the current room areas while decreasing the total number of apartments.

FF.44 No.11 Bathroom 5 m²

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Expertise Areas: Architecture & Principal Designer FF.23 Stair 02 8 m²

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GF.11 No.4 C Cyl 1 m²

GF.17 No.5 Kitchen 5 m²

GF.16 No.5 Living Rm 11 m²

GF.08 No.4 Bathroom 9 m²

GF.10 No.4 Hall 8 m²

GF.24 Circulation 86 m²

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GF.07 No.4 Bedroom 1 13 m²

GF.22 CL ST 2 m²

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GF.06 No.1 Bedroom 16 m²

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FF.22 No.8 Kitchen 7 m²

FF.21 No.8 Living Rm 24 m²

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Location: Hornsea, East Yorkshire

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GF.44 No.2 Bedroom 10 m²

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This development was situated on an existing car park in Grays, Thurrock. Notably, 35% of the overall development was dedicated to affordable housing.

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Proposed Room Schedule First Floor Number FF.01 FF.02 FF.03 FF.04 FF.05 FF.06 FF.07 FF.08 FF.09 FF.10 FF.11 FF.12 FF.13 FF.14 FF.15 FF.16 FF.17 FF.18 FF.19 FF.20 FF.21 FF.22 FF.23 FF.24 FF.25 FF.26 FF.27 FF.28 FF.29 FF.30 FF.31 FF.32 FF.33 FF.34 FF.35 FF.36 FF.37 FF.38 FF.39 FF.40 FF.41 FF.42 FF.43 FF.44 FF.45 FF.46

Name No.6 Hall No.6 Living Rm No.6 Kitchen No.6 Bedroom No.6 Cyl No.6 Bathroom Circ Riser Stair 01 No.7 Hall No.7 Living Rm No.7 Kitchen No.7 Bathroom No.7 Cyl No.7 St No.7 Bedroom No.8 Hall No.8 Cyl No.8 Bathroom No.8 Bedroom No.8 Living Rm No.8 Kitchen Stair 02 Lift No.9 Hall No.9 Bathroom No.9 Bedroom No.9 Living Rm No.9 Kitchen No.9 Cyl No.10 Hall No.10 St No.10 Bedroom 1 No.10 Bathroom No.10 Bedroom 2 No.10 Cyl No.10 Living Rm No.10 Kitchen No.11 Hall No.11 Cyl No.11 Kitchen No.11 Living Rm No.11 Bedroom No.11 Bathroom Stair 03 Store

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Industrial DB3 offers a wealth of CDM Principal Designer and Multi-Disciplinary Design Lead expertise within the Industrial and Manufacturing sector. We work on projects ranging from single units, logistics, manufacturing, food processing and clean design, to large scale, complex process driven industrial developments.

Our expert team has built an excellent reputation within the sector through approaching every project on an individual basis, understanding the constraints and opportunities of the site and delivering a solution to suit our clients’ needs.

INTEGRATED FOOD PROJECTS

Oatly Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire Expertise Area: Architecture, Building Services Engineering & Principal Designer DB3 provide architecture and principal designer services as well as front of house M&E service for Oatly’s first oat drink factory in Peterborough.

Sustainability is at the heart of the planning process and this project is part of the wider initiative from Oatly to build factories fit for the future, with efficient use of resources and minimal negative impact on the planet.

The new factory will be able to produce 300 million litres of oat drink per year at launch, with the capacity to grow to 450 million litres, which will make it one of the largest plant-based dairy factories in the world.

YORKSHIRE LASER FABRICATION

Factory Expansion Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire

DB3 acts as the architect and principal designer for Yorkshire Laser Fabrication, a Wakefieldbased sheet metal fabricator that has seen substantial growth. Looking to broaden their service offerings, the company is expanding operations into the adjoining unit to create a powder coating paint shop and additional production space. This expansion not only reflects the company’s success but also generates new job opportunities for the local community. To accommodate these changes, DB3 are responsible for designing new, modern, and functional welfare/office spaces for both sales and production staff and customers within their existing industrial units.

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Expertise Areas: Architecture & Principal Designer

SOUTH CAERNARFON CREAMERIES

Whey Building & CIP Extension Location: Gwynedd, Wales Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer DB3 was appointed as the architect and principal designer for all stages, spanning from initial design through planning to completion, for a new Whey building. This new structure was intended to replace the existing facility on the site. The project encompassed the development of a modern Whey processing facility, installation of silos, establishment of a substation, creation of a CIP centre, a training centre and the adaptation of works to the existing processing lines and building.

XLINKS

Morocco-UK Power Project Location: Morocco & UK Expertise Areas: Architecture & Principal Designer We have been designated as the architect and principal designer for the Morocco-UK Power Project. The scheme involves implementing a system of electricity interconnector cables to link renewable energy generated in Morocco with the United Kingdom’s electricity grid.

The battery storage infrastructure will be positioned at the Morocco sites to guarantee a steady energy supply through a network of 3.6GW subsea cables, contributing around 7.5% to the UK’s total electrical output.

HYDROCK

Park Royal Data Centres Location: Park Royal, London Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer DB3 is currently engaged in delivering architectural and principal designer services for an upcoming £75 million data centre development located in Park Royal. This collaborative effort involves working closely with ARK Data Centres, Hydrock, Gratte Brothers and NWA. The project encompasses the creation of a stateof-the-art Tier 3 data centre facility, complete with necessary infrastructure and amenities strategically planned to maximise the available data hall space on the site. Our focus is on making the most efficient use of the 75MVA connection agreement while considering the overall IT capacity of the site.

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Document Reference: NWA-0495-SW-

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Project Alliance Par DESIGN AND ACCE

Sports & Leisure DB3 has a broad and comprehensive portfolio in the Sports & Leisure sector, encompassing diverse projects such as wet and dry leisure centres, swimming pools, ice rinks, fitness centres, training centres, sports academies, arenas and stadia, sports grounds and pitches, hotel spas, university sports facilities, cycling facilities, and archery centres.

Our principal designers bring extensive expertise, having worked in both public and private sectors.

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HALO LEISURE SERVICES

Hereford Cycle Track Location: Hereford, Herefordshire Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer The £1.6m Hereford Cycle Track project is an initiative aimed at fostering cycling culture within the local community of Herefordshire. The track’s aesthetics harmonise with the surrounding landscape, reflecting a deep understanding of place and community.

At the heart of the project lies a commitment to inclusivity and education. The cycle track features a dedicated learn-to-ride area, providing a secure haven where individuals of all ages can embark on their cycling journey. By creating this safe and supportive environment, beginners, whether children or adults, can conquer their fears and learn to ride with confidence.

DB3 acted as both architect and principal designer for the project.

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

Kingsland Leisure Centre Location: Houghton Regis, Central Bedfordshire Expertise Areas: Architecture & Principal Designer We are currently serving as the architect and principal designer for the upcoming Kingsland Leisure Centre, a project commissioned by Central Bedfordshire Council in Houghton Regis.

Set to open its doors in Autumn 2024, this twostorey facility is designed to be a central hub for the community.

The leisure centre will feature a 25-metre main pool, a learner pool and a separate shallow pool tailored for young children. Complementing these aquatic amenities, there will be a substantial fitness suite, a dedicated studio for spin bikes, two squash courts and a creche.

To accommodate visitors, a spacious 238-space car park is being constructed, equipped with EV charging points, designated motorcycle parking, accessible parking and dedicated cycle bays.

WARWICK DISTRICT COUNCIL

Castle Farm Leisure Centre Location: Kenilworth, Warwickshire Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer As the appointed architects and principal designer, our team has skillfully transformed the existing dry sports centre site into the cutting-edge Castle Farm Leisure Centre. This premier facility features a 6-court sports hall, fitness suite, dance studio, activity studio, spin studio, dedicated scout and guide facilities, outdoor changing spaces and a range of additional ancillary amenities.

A comprehensive review of possible environmental measures was carried out as part of the design process. As a result, the most environmental and cost effective options were adopted into the scheme.

WARWICK DISTRICT COUNCIL

Abbey Fields Swimming Pool Location: Kenilworth, Warwickshire

We have served as the architect and principal designer for the recently completed Abbey Fields Swimming Pool. Situated next to the remnants of Kenilworth Abbey within the confines of the scheduled monument, this location holds significant historical importance and demands a heightened level of sensitivity. In order to mitigate any potential adverse effects on the historical setting and the preservation of any remaining archaeology, the new facilities were meticulously planned to integrate seamlessly into the footprint of an existing leisure building.

The scale, architectural structure and materials employed in the project were all carefully chosen to uphold the sensitivity required for the scheduled monument.

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Expertise Areas: Architecture & Principal Designer

Rail & Transportation Our skills have been applied to create excellent results for clients in the Rail and Transportation sector, including direct rail projects and interface projects. We have worked on complementary project programmes to enhance the passenger experience and add value to the transport network.

TAYLOR WOODROW

Norwich Crown Point Headshunt Location: Norwich, Norfolk Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer Greater Anglia is introducing a new fleet of trains and to support their operations, an expansion project is underway at the Norwich Crown Point Depot.

The project includes constructing an additional Headshunt line and Fatality Wash parallel to the existing line. These additions will facilitate hand bashing, sanding, graffiti wash, CET servicing, fatality inspection, and wash procedures for the new trains. A welfare facility will also be established to support cleaning and inspection operations.

DB3 is appointed to fulfill the roles of Lead Design Organisation (LDO) and Principal Designer.

TAYLOR WOODROW

Clacton Depot Upgrades Location: Clacton, Essex Expertise Areas: Architecture & Principal Designer

DB3’s main focus was on implementing Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) walkways and relocating Controlled Emission Toilet (CET) and Water connections. Additionally, step platforms were incorporated to ensure the safety of individuals accessing the trains.

To further ensure the safety and convenience of personnel accessing the trains, lighting bollards

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In the Clacton Depot Upgrades project for Greater Anglia Rail, DB3 played a crucial role as the Lead Design Organisation (LDO) and Principal Designer.

TAYLOR WOODROW

Colchester Depot Upgrades Location: Colchester, Essex Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer DB3 took on the role of the Lead Design Organisation (LDO) and Principal Designer for the ambitious Colchester Depot Upgrades project, aimed at improving the Greater Anglia Rail.

One of DB3’s primary tasks was the implementation of GRP walkways. These walkways provide essential access to trains for the cleaning staff, ensuring a clean and well-maintained fleet. Moreover, they were designed to facilitate sanding carts, an important aspect of the trains’ operational requirements. Due to the site’s high voltage electricity, special precautions were taken to minimise risks. DB3 implemented and coordinated the GRP solution to reduce the potential for electrical arcing.

TAYLOR WOODROW

Norwich Crown Point Depot Location: Norwich, Norfolk Expertise Areas: Architecture & Principal Designer DB3 is providing support to Taylor Woodrow on the upgrade of Norwich Crown Point depot, where we are tasked with designing various extensions, upgrades and refurbishments for client, Greater Anglia.

We have been appointed as architects and principal designer for the creation of a new Bogie Store facility. These works aim to extend the existing facilities to accommodate the servicing, maintenance and stabling requirements of a new fleet of 58 trains being manufactured by Stadler.

DB3 Principal Designer

Education Across all levels of education DB3 has actively provided CDM Principal Designer Services.

We can assist in long term campus development plans, new build, refurbishment and maintenance of existing teaching facilities.

DB3 Principal Designer

GOWER COLLEGE

New Teaching Block Location: Swansea, Glamorgan Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer For the Gorseinon campus of Gower College Swansea, we took on the role of architect and principal designer, overseeing the development of a cutting-edge £2.8m teaching block. This stateof-the-art facility boasts 11 classrooms, seven IT suites, a gym complete with shower facilities and a bicycle shelter.

The teaching block has been named as the ‘Best Educational Building’ at the City and County of Swansea’s Building Excellence Awards.

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Cardiff PRU Location: Cardiff, Glamorgan Expertise Areas: Architecture & Principal Designer As the appointed architect and principal designer, we are dedicated to providing architectural services to Cardiff’s only Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) through a comprehensive three-stage strategy.

Initially, our role involves securing a temporary residence for students by refurbishing a school.

Subsequently, we will oversee the permanent transformation of the Oak House site, formerly an underutilised office space. The third and concluding phase encompasses the demolition of Willows High School in 2026, paving the way for the construction of a new unit.

LEEDS CITY COLLEGE

Sports & Science Block Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire Expertise Area: Architecture & Principal Designer

DB3 Principal Designer

As the appointed architect and principal designer for the new Sports and Science block at Leeds City Colleges Parklane campus, our team envisions a state-of-the-art facility that caters to the evolving needs of modern education. The design seamlessly integrates cutting-edge sports amenities, embracing a modular construction approach.

Architecture and much more

DB3 Architecture & Design Providing RIBA Chartered sustainable architecture, urban design, landscape design and masterplanning, with supporting services including BIM, visualisation and interior design.

DB3’s architectural team comprises 35+ architects, supported by a strong team of 40+ technologists and architectural assistants with the capacity to resource projects across all sectors.

DB3 Net Zero Drawing on the experience of our in-house mechanical & electrical engineers, architects, energy assessors, Passivhaus designers and sustainability experts. Our suite of Net Zero consultancy services is broken down into six categories which cover topics around whole life cycle. These categories include; Carbon, Efficiency, Passivhaus, Wellbeing, Performance & Compliance.

DB3 Building Services Engineering Offering CIBSE Chartered Mechanical and Electrical Engineering to all sectors. The team have particular experience in the leisure sector, having delivered numerous wet and dry leisure facilities across the UK. The team incorporates Building Physics Engineering, are CIBSE Low Carbon Energy Assessors and offer Thermal Modelling (DSM).

DB3 Professional Services The team deliver building surveying, retail project management, principal designer, contract administration and NEC supervisor roles, across the UK. Working alongside DB3’s architectural and M&E teams, these roles can be incorporated into a multi-disciplinary offering or procured as an independent service.

About DB3

As a multi-disciplinary consultancy, our expertise extends beyond architecture, meaning our clients can pick and choose key areas or combine a number of our service skill sets and project management skills when selecting our single point service offer. DB3 Group offers the following four individual business units.

Accreditations AJ100 Company RIBA Chartered Practice Passivhaus Trust Member Certified Passivhaus Designers CIAT Registered Practice CIBSE Directory of Practices & Firms CIBSE Low Carbon Energy Assessors ISO9001:2015 Quality Management System ISO14001:2015 Environmental Management System Altius Approved Elite Vendor H&S SSIP Accredited, through Eurosafe and Alcumus Constructionline Gold Member Achilles RISQS Accredited Cyber Essentials Plus

Awards DB3 Group: Shortlisted - Retail Week 2025 ‘The Best New Store - Large’, HUGO BOSS; Winner UKActive Awards 2024 ‘Regional Club of the Year – London’, Flitwick Leisure Centre; Shortlisted - COBBA 2024 ‘Architect of the Year; Shortlisted - Yorkshire Insider Awards 2024 ‘Architecture Practice of the Year’; Winner - UK Enterprise Client Service Excellence Award 2024 ‘Best Sustainable Architecture Practice’; Shortlisted The Grafters Awards 2024 ‘Best RIBA Architectural Practice’; Winner – Build Architecture Awards ‘Best Sustainable Architecture & Design Firm 2023’; Shortlisted - West Midlands Insider Awards 2023 ‘Architecture Practice of the Year’; Winner - Yorkshire Insider Awards 2023 ‘Architecture Practice of the Year’; Shortlisted - UKREiiF Awards 2023 ‘Consultant of the Year’; Shortlisted - COMBA 2023 ‘Architecture Practice’; Shortlisted - Grafters Awards 2023 ‘Architecture Practice’; Winner – COMBA & COBBA 2022 ‘Architect of the Year’; 2021 Digital Enterprise Top 100; Winner – Insider Property Awards 2018 ‘Architectural Practice of the Year’ & ‘Design Excellence’; Shortlisted – BD Awards 2017 ‘Sports & Leisure Architect of the Year’; RICS Design Through Innovation Award 2017; Insider Property Industry Awards 2015 ‘Highly Commended Architectural Firm of the Year’ DB3 Team: Shortlisted - Women in Business Awards 2025 “Professional of the Year”, Charlotte Scaife; Shortlisted - Insider Yorkshire Young Professionals Awards 2025 ‘Young Business Development Professional’, Jen Spencer & ‘Young Property Professional of the Year’, Mohammed Mahdi; Shortlisted - MMC Awards 2024 ‘Women in Modern Methods of Construction’, Nainita Howard; Shortlisted - COBBA 2023 ‘Business Development Professional’, Charlotte Scaife; Shortlisted UKREiiF Awards 2023 ‘People & Skills Torchbearer’ Lee Holmes; Shortlisted - COMBA 2023 ‘Business Development Professional’, Charlotte Scaife Castle Farm Leisure Centre: ‘Best Public or Community Building’ - LABC Regional Awards Printworks Campus: ‘Project of the Year Education (Secondary & Higher)’ - MMC Awards 2024 Helensburgh Waterfront Development: Highly Commended - Argyll & Bute Awards 2023 ‘Aesthetic Design’; Finalist - Planning Awards 2023 ‘Outstanding Contribution to Placemaking: Best Use of Arts, Culture or Sport’; Highly Commended IStructE Awards 2022 ‘Leisure Project’ Llys Cadwyn Regeneration: Winner – Cardiff Property Awards 2021 and Ystadau Cymru 2021 Award for ‘Creating Economic Growth’; Highly

Commended – British Construction Industry Awards 2021; CLAW Project of the Year Awards 2021; Winner –Constructing Excellence Awards Wales 2021 ’Integration and Collaborative Working’ & ‘Building of the Year’ Adidas Oxford Street: Gold Winner – London Design Awards 2020 Leeds College of Music: Winner – RIBA Regional Award 2015 ‘Small Project Award’; Shortlisted – Insider Property Industry Awards Yorkshire 2018 ‘Regeneration Project of the Year’, Education Estates Awards 2018 ‘Refurbishment Project’, AJ Retrofit Awards 2018 ‘Further & Higher Education’; Constructing Excellence Yorkshire & Humber Awards 2018 ‘Building Project of the Year’ Chancery Lane Residential: Shortlisted – London Construction Awards 2018 ‘London Build Excellence’ & ‘Regeneration Project’ Airedale Air Conditioning: Winner – RICS 2017 Regional Award ‘Design through innovation’ Ysgol Craig Y Deryn School: RTPI Wales Planning Award 2014 Kirkcaldy Leisure Centre: Commended – SCALA Awards 2014 ‘Civic Building of the Year’ MOMA Machynlleth Tannery Gallery: CPRW Awards 2014 ‘Special Award’ Michael Woods Leisure Centre: Highly Commended – SCALA Awards 2014 ‘Civic Building of the Year’; Scottish Property Awards 2014 ‘Architectural Excellence’ Marks & Spencer, Liverpool: Highly Commended – CIAT Award 2010 ‘Technical Excellence’ PAN Emirates, Dubai: Shortlisted – Retail Interiors Awards 2010 ‘Best International Interior’ Threeways School, Bath: BCSE Awards 2009 ‘Inspiring Design for Special Schools’ ASDA Stores Supplier Awards: 2009 ‘Best Consultant’ & ‘Best EDLC (Every Day Low Cost) Initiative’ University of Huddersfield, Creative Art Building: Bronze Awards – RIBA White Rose Award 2009; Commendation – CIAT Award 2009; Shortlisted – RICS Pro Yorkshire Awards 2009 University of Huddersfield, Milton Centre: Winner – Insider Yorkshire Renaissance Awards 2006 ‘Best Restoration Project’ Aberdovey Yacht Club: Winner – Snowdonia National Park Awards 1992 ‘Good Design in the Countryside Award’

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