Public & Community
MEP and sustainable design consultancy for Public and Community
Sustainable, inclusive spaces for people and places
SDS is a trusted MEP and sustainability consultancy supporting councils, charities, and community organisations to deliver safe, efficient, and welcoming public facilities. From aquariums and cultural landmarks to crematoria, sports facilities, and community parks, we design building services that improve wellbeing, enhance accessibility, and create long-term value for communities.
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Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Design
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Sustainability & Net Zero Solutions
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Digital Engineering & BIM
Our Public & Community Expertise
- MEP Design for Public Buildings – Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health systems for community hubs, cultural centres, and civic infrastructure.
- Cultural & Heritage Facilities – Experience with listed buildings, conservation schemes, and sensitive upgrades that protect heritage while enhancing modern use.
- Leisure & Recreation – Design for sports centres, swimming pools, and specialist facilities such as padel tennis courts.
- Community Wellbeing – Inclusive design for crematoria, memorial spaces, and civic projects that serve local communities with dignity and care.
- Sustainability & Net Zero – Low-carbon and renewable energy systems, lighting impact assessments, TM54 modelling, and energy strategies that reduce costs and emissions.
- Digital Engineering & BIM – ISO 19650-compliant modelling, coordination, clash detection, and COBie outputs to streamline delivery and future maintenance.
Why public sector clients choose SDS
- Proven experience – delivering projects such as the National Marine Aquarium carbon reduction study, The Park Plymouth Crematorium, Swansea Lower Regeneration, Braywick Padel Tennis, and Plymouth Sound National Marine Park.
- Community-focused design – engineering solutions that improve accessibility, support wellbeing, and provide welcoming environments for people of all ages.
- Trusted advisors – long-standing relationships with local authorities, charities, and public bodies, providing clear and practical advice.
- Sustainability built-in – Net Carbon Negative since 2021, supporting councils and community partners to achieve their net zero targets.
- Recognised quality – winners of the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development and Construction News Consultancy of the Year.
Engineering better community outcomes
We are proud to support public and community organisations across the UK, creating spaces that are inclusive, sustainable, and future-ready. By combining technical expertise with a collaborative, people-first approach, SDS helps deliver facilities that strengthen communities and protect the environment.
“It is where people and planet will come together to realise a new, sustainable relationship with the sea.”
Project Partner, Plymouth Sound National Marine Park
“It is where people and planet will come together to realise a new, sustainable relationship with the sea.”
Project Partner, Plymouth Sound National Marine Park
Get in touch
Whether you’re looking to maximise energy performance or navigate the complexities of service coordination on constrained sites, SDS offers the insight, flexibility, and technical expertise to act as your trusted MEP partner. We will work with you at every stage to deliver efficient, buildable solutions that work.
