Living Systems
Designing Living Systems. Transforming Build Environments.
A better way of tackling the most complex challenges
Think Big
At Introba, we take a different approach. We look at the whole system, instead of focusing on the parts.
Be inspired
Our Living Systems approach is inspired by the resilience of natural, living systems. They are characterized by high levels of interconnectivity, interdependency, resource sharing, and constant change. The same attributes are key to transforming the built environment at all scales, from the city block down to the intricacies of designing and equipping an operating room.
Inquiring minds
We are the curious. We thrive when challenged. Rather than see problems, we see opportunities for better.
Whole systems thinking
Buildings are not standalone. They are connected parts of complex systems. By understanding the connections, we can improve a system’s performance as an integrated whole.
Unlocking potential
For every project we ask, “what if?” To break away from business as usual requires creative courage. Each project presents unique opportunities to be harnessed with distinctiveness.
Embracing change
As context changes, living systems adapt and evolve. We design for a dynamic future by embedding resilience, adaptability, and flexibility into our clients’ projects. We face up to uncertainty and harness disruptive innovation.
Regenerative mindset
Living systems are self-sustaining. We are committed to protecting and enhancing the natural environment through our work and as a business.
Expertise Assembled
Right Team, Right Place, Right Time
Our work is delivered by four integrated practices. We unlock potential for our clients at every stage of the built environment’s transformation: from strategy, through design and construction, to asset performance and optimization, backed by analytics at every stage. Our regional teams understand deeply the needs of their local markets and are just as confident working collaboratively on projects further afield as part of our global network.
Buildings
Planning, consulting, engineering, and design. We provide mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and water systems engineering for buildings and districts. Our engineers design systems that enhance building performance for the benefit of owners and investors, occupiers, communities, and the environment. These core MEPF engineering capabilities are supported by a continually evolving range of planning, consulting, engineering, and design specialisms.
- Architectural Lighting & Daylight Design
- Baggage Handling
- District Energy and Smart Grids
- Fire Engineering
- IT and Audio Visual Consulting
- Medical Equipment Planning
- Net Zero Carbon
- Renewable Energy
- Security & Resilience
- Systems Commissioning
Strategy
Translating bold ideas into action. We develop innovative policy frameworks, performance standards, and delivery roadmaps. We work with policymakers, government agencies, institutions, and businesses to develop strategies for organizations, projects, campuses, portfolios, districts, cities, and regions. We put guardrails around strategic objectives while offering ongoing support to monitor their implementation.
- Policy and Planning
- Masterplan Visioning
- Climate & Sustainability
- Corporate ESG Strategy
- Circular Economy
- Sustainability Certification & Assurance
- Building Health & Wellness
Digital
Connecting the digital to the real. We help clients to build better with digital insights and expertise. We fuse the power of data, emerging technologies, intelligent buildings and transportation, and domain expertise to transform how buildings and communities work. From technology visioning to data-driven operations, our teams map our clients’ needs to deliver emerging solutions for impact, resilience, and success.
- Digital Advisory
- Digital Transformation
- Reality Capture
- Digital Twins
- BIM
- Immersive Applications
- Automation & AI
- Smart Buildings, Mobility and Infrastructure
Analytics
Putting data behind decisions. Our design analysts combine expertise from the fields of architecture, engineering, physics, computer and data sciences. We work closely with our buildings, strategy, and digital practices to undertake parametric performance analyses, create specialized modeling tools and develop new ways to visualize, explore and understand data. We equip clients and design teams with the insights they need to make well-informed strategic decisions.
- Policy & Infrastructure Analysis
- Building Energy Modeling
- Climate Resilience Assessment
- Life Cycle Analysis
- Whole Life Carbon
- Computational Fluid Dynamics
- Data Analytics & Visualization
- Microclimate Assessment
- Building Envelope Optimization
- Indoor Environmental Quality
