G&H Group embarks on a transformational project for Sunlight House, enhancing energy sustainability.
- The project involves a comprehensive MEP design and build, aimed at achieving a net-zero carbon footprint.
- Key improvements include installation of a solar PV system and upgrading of essential services.
- Collaboration with several stakeholders focuses on restoring the historical landmark in Manchester.
- Work commenced this month with phase one completion expected by April 2025.
G&H Group has taken on a significant building services contract to rejuvenate Sunlight House, once Manchester’s tallest structure. As part of this extensive refurbishment, G&H is tasked with delivering a complete mechanical, electrical, and public health design and build. The project emphasises sustainability, aiming to significantly enhance the energy performance of the Grade II listed building.
Integral to the refurbishment is the installation of a solar photovoltaic system, which facilitates energy generation from sunlight, contributing to the building’s goal of a net-zero carbon footprint. Other upgrades will include energy-efficient lighting, advanced heating and cooling systems, and modernised power services, along with critical systems for fire safety, access control, and CCTV.
Moreover, the project is a collaborative effort coordinated by a team comprising various key stakeholders. Among them are Myco Interiors, overseeing the refurbishment, and Faction, Quantem, Anomaly, and Eckersley O’Callaghan, who provide project management, quantity surveying, architectural, and structural engineering expertise respectively.
This initiative symbolises a fusion of historical preservation and modern engineering. Originally designed by Joseph Sunlight and completed in 1932, the building’s structure, composed of steel and concrete with Portland stone cladding, is recognised for its distinctive architectural significance. The restoration to its original glory is not merely a structural endeavour but also an homage to its historical roots.
The project commenced in July 2024, with the initial phase set to be completed by April 2025. G&H Group’s director, David Davis, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, highlighting the project’s sustainability focus. Myco project manager Andrew Dunkin also conveyed excitement about the opportunity to restore this architectural gem.
The Sunlight House refurbishment illustrates a commitment to blending heritage preservation with contemporary sustainability goals.
