CBG Consultants is proud to mark a major milestone in the expansion of Heyford Park School, with the project reaching its steel topping-out stage last month, on 4 June 2026. This important moment signifies the completion of the building’s primary structural frame and reflects the strong progress made since construction began earlier this year. Appointed by Thinking Buildings Architects, CBG...

In 2024, CBG Consultants were appointed by Jefferson Sheard Architects and the NHS Foundation Trust to consult on the development of a fully coordinated building services design for six theatres within the James Paget University Hospital. This innovative design required incorporating HVAC, medical gases, robust electrical systems, lighting, and fire protection, all engineered to meet the strict requirements of a...

CBG have been working on the relighting of both the interior and exterior of Salford Cathedral since they were appointed in 2017, as part of their a major refurbishment with Purcell Architects and The Diocese of Salford. The exterior lighting scheme has been designed to accentuate the architectural character after dark, ensuring the Cathedral remains a prominent landmark in the...

Glanville and CBG are pleased to introduce their integrated Scan to BIM service, combining precise 3D measured surveys with asset-rich Building Information Modelling to remove uncertainty from existing buildings and estate management. Together, we deliver accurate digital models that strengthen project delivery, enhance record information, and support confident decision‑making. Our 3D scans capture every detail with 3 mm +/- accuracy, providing...

CBG are proud to announce the successful relocation of our London office. You’ll now find our London team, led by Ian Law at 120, New Cavendish Street, W1W 6XX. We chose New Cavendish Street in particular, for its central city location in Fitzrovia, placing us perfectly between the bustling energy of Oxford Street and the green, open space of Regent’s Park....

Maria Hurtado, Senior Electrical Engineer and Lighting Designer in the Oxford office discusses Circular Economy in Lighting Design. Off the back of her success at the Worshipful Company of Lightmongers awards and her graduation from UCL with a master’s degree, Maria Hurtado, Senior Electrical Engineer and Lighting Designer at CBG, recently brought the electrical and lighting teams together to deliver...

Every year CBG Consultants take part in Activity Days, where colleagues from our London, Oxford, Cambridge, Birmingham and Manchester offices get the chance to socialise together in fun team building activities. At CBG Consultants, we value the importance of strong social connections among colleagues. Providing opportunities for teams and managers from across our different offices to unwind and connect plays...

CBG Consultants are proud to announce that Cosway Street, a landmark residential project in Westminster, Greater London, has been awarded a Civic Trust Award. These significant awards recognise projects that make an outstanding contribution to the built environment, not just through architectural or design excellence, but by delivering sustainable, accessible places that offer lasting value. Located in Marylebone, Cosway Street...

CBG Light Perceptions recently worked on the restoration of the Blenheim Palace Orangery by designing an updated and efficient lighting scheme on a project that has received a prestigious 2025 RIBA South Award.  The Orangery, a refined and luxurious dining area in Blenheim Palace, is now once again open to the public for an authentically British experience. Well known for hosting one of Oxfordshire’s most elegant afternoon teas, the space also serves as...

As we welcomed the New Year, CBG reached an exciting milestone, opening a brand-new Cambridge office as a result of our continued growth and expansion. We’re proud to introduce Anna Neale, a newly appointed Associate at our Cambridge office, whose recent attendance on a CIBSE Leadership Identity and Self-Awareness course provides an insight into how leadership development can transform our...

CBG Consultants are proud to share that one of their projects, Becket’s Chapel in Wymondham, has been named the winner of the prestigious 2025 Civic Trust AABC Conservation Awards, acknowledging the team’s commitment to the preservation and thoughtful modernisation of one of Norfolk’s most important historic buildings. Established in 2014, the Civic Trust AABC Conservation Awards highlight outstanding projects that...

Summary The Building Safety Act (BSA) represents a transformative shift in the regulatory landscape for building safety in the UK, establishing a more robust framework for managing risk. In particular, the Act was developed in response to the Grenfell Tower tragedy of 2017, which exposed significant weaknesses in building safety regulations. From March 2025, there will be more updates to...

Ely Cathedral has been awarded the prestigious gold Eco Church Award by the Christian conservation charity A Rocha UK in recognition of their dedication and commitment to taking action on climate change. Ely Cathedral is part of a national community of over 7,500 churches and cathedrals addressing the environmental crisis using the scheme, becoming only the 3rd Cathedral to achieve...

As part of works to install new safety railings to the famed Whispering Gallery at St Paul’s Cathedral, CBG Light Perceptions were appointed to devise a new lighting scheme to align with the new design. St Paul’s is recognised across the globe, it is an Anglican cathedral and the seat of the Bishop of London and the mother church of the Diocese...

In November 2023, CBG Consultants were involved in the restoration of Becket’s Chapel, a Grade I listed building in Wymondham. Becket’s Chapel has recently been credited as a Regional Finalist in the 2025 CIVIC TRUST AABC Awards, and CBG’s contribution to the Chapel’s upgrades have played a part in achieving this prestigious recognition. Only 11 successful National projects receive either an Award...

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At CBG, we have made a flying start to the New Year, opening the doors of our new Cambridge office last week. We are delighted, not only to have a new cutting-edge environment to foster creativity for our colleagues, but also to have the space shortlisted as an exemplary project by the British Council of Offices in their 2024 regional...

CBG Consultants Ltd and Light Perceptions are marking one year since their amalgamation, which saw the creation of CBG Light Perceptions as CBG’s new specialist lighting design team working primarily in heritage buildings and high-end residential properties. CBG’s acquisition of Light Perceptions allowed for the creation of a new lighting consultancy team within the well-established MEP and sustainability consultancy. Not...

At CBG Consultants, our commitment to sustainability drives everything we do. As a leading independent consultancy focused on low-carbon design, we are at the forefront of delivering MEP, sustainability, and specialist lighting consultancy services across the UK. With offices in Oxford, London, Birmingham, Manchester, and Cambridge, our team of experienced engineers, designers, and project managers deliver tailored solutions that meet...

The principles of building physics are fundamental to creating spaces that are not only efficient but also enhance the quality of life for their occupants. At CBG Consultants, we understand that the transfer of heat, air, light, and sound through a building is more than just a technical consideration – it’s a key factor in designing environments that are both...