Building Services Research and Information Association BSRIA - Revision history

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		+	BSRIA is a science-driven, independent organisation providing practical guidance and commercial solutions for the built environment. With 70 years of expertise, BSRIA delivers impactful insights through market intelligence, consultancy, testing, compliance, research, training, and instrumentation.
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		+	Committed to shaping the future of the built environment, BSRIA collaborates with industry leaders to drive innovation, sustainability, and efficiency. Its UKAS-accredited test facilities and expert consultants equip businesses and consumers with the insights and tools needed to create better buildings.
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		+	Headquartered in Bracknell, UK, with offices in China and the USA, BSRIA supports a global network of organisations and corporations in the built environment.

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Designing Buildings at 07:23, 18 March 2025

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−	The Heating and Ventilating Research Council was established in 1955 in the aftermath of the second world war to help the construction industry benefit from the latest research. It went on to become the Heating and Ventilating Research Association in 1959 and then in 1975, the Building Services Research and Information Association ([~~https~~:~~//www~~.~~bsria~~.~~co.uk/ BSRIA~~]).	+	The Heating and Ventilating Research Council was established in 1955 in the aftermath of the second world war to help the construction industry benefit from the latest research. It went on to become the Heating and Ventilating Research Association in 1959 and then in 1975, the Building Services Research and Information Association. Now generally referred to simply as BSRIA, it is a non-profit distributing, member-based association, with profits invested back into its research programmes.[[File:BSRIA_new_logo_1000.jpg\|link=File:BSRIA_new_logo_1000.jpg]]

−	~~Now generally referred to simply as BSRIA~~, ~~it is~~ a ~~non-profit distributing, member-based association,~~ with ~~profits invested back into its research programmes~~. ~~Its trading company~~, BSRIA ~~Limited~~, ~~was established~~ in ~~2000. This~~ is a ~~wholly~~-~~owned subsidiary that undertakes all trading activities~~, ~~including research~~ and ~~membership services~~.	+	On 17 March, 2025 BSRIA launched a dynamic new look with a rebranding programme and new logo. As part of the rebranding, BSRIA's headquarters, BSRIA House in Bracknell, is being retrofitted, with phase 1 completed in early 2025. It showcases the potential of sustainable building upgrades. The project includes a high-efficiency, low-global-warming-potential HVAC system, with an expected 28% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to 2022. The building also serves as a ‘Living Laboratory,’ providing real-time insights to optimise building performance.

−	~~[[File:~~BSRIA new logo ~~1000~~.~~jpg]]~~	+	Lisa Ashworth, CEO of BSRIA, commented on the rebrand saying: “As we look to the future, it is undeniable that the industry is evolving. Changes in occupant behaviour and a growing focus on sustainability are transforming how buildings are designed, constructed, and managed. Simultaneously, a new generation of talent has entered the industry, driving innovation and progress. Our rebrand isn’t just about aesthetics, it’s a bold step forward that reflects where we’re going as an organisation. The introduction of our new logo marks a renewed commitment to our mission: to equip stakeholders with the insights and tools needed to create better buildings here, now and in the future."

−	~~On 17 March, 2025~~ a ~~dynamic new look~~ for BSRIA ~~was launched with~~ a ~~rebranding programme and new logo. As part~~ of the ~~rebranding a retrofit of BSRIA's headquarters~~, ~~BSRIA House~~, ~~in Bracknell, with phase 1 completed in early 2025 it showcases~~ the ~~potential of sustainable building upgrades. The project includes a high-efficiency~~, ~~low-global-warming-potential HVAC system~~, ~~with an expected 28% reduction in Scope 1~~ and ~~2 emissions by 2025 compared~~ to ~~2022. The building also serves as~~ a ~~‘Living Laboratory,’ providing real-time insights to optimise building performance~~.	+	“This retrofit isn’t just a milestone for BSRIA, it’s a demonstration of what’s achievable for the sector. This new, modernised identity runs through the entire business, reaffirming our unwavering commitment to providing the expertise, tools, and solutions our customers need to create better buildings and a more sustainable future.”

−	At the time of the launch in March Lisa Ashworth, CEO of BSRIA, commented on the rebrand saying: “As we look to the future, it is undeniable that the industry is evolving. Changes in occupant behaviour and a growing focus on sustainability are transforming how buildings are designed, constructed, and managed. Simultaneously, a new generation of talent has entered the industry, driving innovation and progress. Our rebrand isn’t just about aesthetics, it’s a bold step forward that reflects where we’re going as an organisation. The introduction of our new logo marks a renewed commitment to our mission: to equip stakeholders with the insights and tools needed to create better buildings here, now and in the future."	+	[[File:BSRIA_new_office_new_brand_T63AEFD7E_1000.jpg\|link=File:BSRIA_new_office_new_brand_T63AEFD7E_1000.jpg]]
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−	Further commenting on the completed retrofit project she said: “This retrofit isn’t just a milestone for BSRIA, it’s a demonstration of what’s achievable for the sector. This new, modernised identity runs through the entire business, reaffirming our unwavering commitment to providing the expertise, tools, and solutions our customers need to create better buildings and a more sustainable future.”	+
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−	[[File:~~BSRIA new office new brand T63AEFD7E 1000~~.jpg]]	+
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−	~~BSRIA employs 180 people at their head office in Bracknell (UK), at regionally based construction compliance offices throughout the UK, and at offices in China, USA, Germany, France and Spain.~~	+
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−	It describes its mission as ‘to make buildings better...’ by enabling ‘…the building services and construction industries and their clients to enhance the value of the built environment, by improving the quality of their products and services, the efficiency of their provision and the effectiveness of their operation.’	+
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−	~~It undertakes activities that go beyond building services research and information and lists its services as:~~	+
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−	* Design support.	+
−	* Construction compliance.	+
−	* Facilities management support.	+
−	* Testing.	+
−	* Instrument solutions.	+
−	* Market intelligence and management consultancy.	+
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−	It offers corporate membership, with benefits including access to research and information, education and market research, as well as having member interests represented to the wider industry and government by the BSRIA council.	+

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	Now generally referred to simply as BSRIA, it is a non-profit distributing, member-based association, with profits invested back into its research programmes. Its trading company, BSRIA Limited, was established in 2000. This is a wholly-owned subsidiary that undertakes all trading activities, including research and membership services.		Now generally referred to simply as BSRIA, it is a non-profit distributing, member-based association, with profits invested back into its research programmes. Its trading company, BSRIA Limited, was established in 2000. This is a wholly-owned subsidiary that undertakes all trading activities, including research and membership services.
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		+	[[File:BSRIA new logo 1000.jpg]]
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		+	On 17 March, 2025 a dynamic new look for BSRIA was launched with a rebranding programme and new logo. As part of the rebranding a retrofit of BSRIA's headquarters, BSRIA House, in Bracknell, with phase 1 completed in early 2025 it showcases the potential of sustainable building upgrades. The project includes a high-efficiency, low-global-warming-potential HVAC system, with an expected 28% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 compared to 2022. The building also serves as a ‘Living Laboratory,’ providing real-time insights to optimise building performance.
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		+	At the time of the launch in March Lisa Ashworth, CEO of BSRIA, commented on the rebrand saying: “As we look to the future, it is undeniable that the industry is evolving. Changes in occupant behaviour and a growing focus on sustainability are transforming how buildings are designed, constructed, and managed. Simultaneously, a new generation of talent has entered the industry, driving innovation and progress. Our rebrand isn’t just about aesthetics, it’s a bold step forward that reflects where we’re going as an organisation. The introduction of our new logo marks a renewed commitment to our mission: to equip stakeholders with the insights and tools needed to create better buildings here, now and in the future."
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		+	Further commenting on the completed retrofit project she said: “This retrofit isn’t just a milestone for BSRIA, it’s a demonstration of what’s achievable for the sector. This new, modernised identity runs through the entire business, reaffirming our unwavering commitment to providing the expertise, tools, and solutions our customers need to create better buildings and a more sustainable future.”
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		+	[[File:BSRIA new office new brand T63AEFD7E 1000.jpg]]

	BSRIA employs 180 people at their head office in Bracknell (UK), at regionally based construction compliance offices throughout the UK, and at offices in China, USA, Germany, France and Spain.		BSRIA employs 180 people at their head office in Bracknell (UK), at regionally based construction compliance offices throughout the UK, and at offices in China, USA, Germany, France and Spain.

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−	= Related articles on Designing Buildings ~~Wiki~~ =	+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =

	* Blue Book.		* Blue Book.
−	* BS 8210:2020 facilities maintenance management code of practice.	+	* BSRIA articles on Designing Buildings.
−	* BSRIA articles on Designing Buildings ~~Wiki~~.	+	* BSRIA Briefing.
−	* BSRIA ~~Conference 2021~~.	+
	* Building services.		* Building services.
	* Building services engineer.		* Building services engineer.

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	* BS 8210:2020 facilities maintenance management code of practice.		* BS 8210:2020 facilities maintenance management code of practice.
	* BSRIA articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.		* BSRIA articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.
		+	* BSRIA Conference 2021.
	* Building services.		* Building services.
	* Building services engineer.		* Building services engineer.

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	* Blue Book.		* Blue Book.
		+	* BS 8210:2020 facilities maintenance management code of practice.
	* BSRIA articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.		* BSRIA articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.
	* Building services.		* Building services.

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	* [https://www.bsria.co.uk/ BSRIA].		* [https://www.bsria.co.uk/ BSRIA].

−	[[Category:~~Organisations~~]] [[Category:~~DCN_Organisation~~]]	+	[[Category:DCN_Organisation]] [[Category:Organisations]]

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−	~~= Find out more =~~	+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =
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−	=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===	+

	* Blue Book.		* Blue Book.
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	* Construction industry institutes and associations.		* Construction industry institutes and associations.

−	=== External references ===	+	= External references =

	* [https://www.bsria.co.uk/ BSRIA].		* [https://www.bsria.co.uk/ BSRIA].

−	[[Category:Organisations]]	+	[[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:DCN_Organisation]]

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	* Blue Book.		* Blue Book.
−	* ~~[http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BSRIA~~ BSRIA articles on Designing Buildings Wiki].	+	* BSRIA articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.
	* Building services.		* Building services.
	* Building services engineer.		* Building services engineer.

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	Now generally referred to simply as BSRIA, it is a non-profit distributing, member-based association, with profits invested back into its research programmes. Its trading company, BSRIA Limited, was established in 2000. This is a wholly-owned subsidiary that undertakes all trading activities, including research and membership services.		Now generally referred to simply as BSRIA, it is a non-profit distributing, member-based association, with profits invested back into its research programmes. Its trading company, BSRIA Limited, was established in 2000. This is a wholly-owned subsidiary that undertakes all trading activities, including research and membership services.

−	BSRIA employs 180 people at their head office in Bracknell (UK), at regionally based construction compliance offices throughout the UK; at offices in China, USA, Germany, France and Spain.	+	BSRIA employs 180 people at their head office in Bracknell (UK), at regionally based construction compliance offices throughout the UK, and at offices in China, USA, Germany, France and Spain.

−	It ~~now~~ describes its mission as ‘to make buildings better...’ by enabling ‘…the building services and construction industries and their clients to enhance the value of the built environment, by improving the quality of their products and services, the efficiency of their provision and the effectiveness of their operation.’	+	It describes its mission as ‘to make buildings better...’ by enabling ‘…the building services and construction industries and their clients to enhance the value of the built environment, by improving the quality of their products and services, the efficiency of their provision and the effectiveness of their operation.’

−	It undertakes activities that go beyond building services research and information and ~~it now~~ lists its services as:	+	It undertakes activities that go beyond building services research and information and lists its services as:

	* Design support.		* Design support.