Sustainable Design Practice | Reducing Environmental Impact
Eco-Friendly Approach | Reusable Systems & Responsible Materials
Our commitment: Environmental responsibility drives every project at Designrock. Whether designing a Bristol restaurant interior or an international exhibition programme, we prioritise solutions that minimise waste, reduce carbon footprint and maximise longevity. Our approach combines thoughtful material selection, energy-efficient specifications and timeless reusable architecture.
Sustainable materials;
Chemical-free environments;
Efficiency and waste reduction;
Local and responsible suppliers;
Energy efficiency;
Natural light;
Timeless design.
Material Selection & Specifications
We prioritise FSC-certified timber from responsibly managed forests, recycled and certified substrates, natural, non-synthetic materials and water-based finishes free from VOCs. We work with ISO 14001-certified manufacturers and local Bristol and Somerset suppliers where possible, reducing transportation impact while supporting regional economy. Designs align with standard material supply dimensions, minimising cutting waste during fabrication at our workshops.
Reusable Exhibition Architecture
The exhibition industry generates massive waste - average custom booth creates 2-3 tonnes of landfill per show. Our HIVE System® modular architecture addresses this through reusability: stands that pack flat, ship efficiently and deploy repeatedly across multiple events and venues. Clients like HESCO and UCAS have used their systems for 5+ years across dozens of exhibitions, demonstrating how well-designed modular solutions deliver both economic and environmental returns. This approach reduces material consumption by approximately 75% compared to traditional single-use builds.
Longevity & Timeless Design
The most environmentally responsible approach is creating spaces and structures that last. We avoid trendy aesthetics that quickly date, instead focusing on timeless design principles, durable construction and adaptable layouts. Our commercial interiors in Bristol and Bath remain functional and attractive years after completion, while our exhibition systems continue performing after hundreds of installation cycles. Replaceable graphic panels allow brand updates without rebuilding core infrastructure, extending system lifespan while maintaining contemporary appearance.
Practical Benefits
Our environmental approach delivers tangible business advantages: reusable systems can reduce long-term exhibition costs by 40-60%, energy-efficient specifications lower operational expenses, durable construction minimises maintenance and cleaning and responsible practices enhance corporate reputation - increasingly important as clients, employees and consumers prioritise environmental credentials. Projects like HESCO's coastal restoration exhibition and University of Bristol's science display demonstrate how environmental responsibility and effective communication reinforce rather than contradict each other.
Impact
By aligning design and production with sustainable principles, we create spaces that are not only functional and aesthetically pleasing but also socially and environmentally responsible, enabling our clients to thrive and make a positive impact. We ardently advocate that when designed in harmony with universal design principles, every structure, interior space or exhibition stand has the potential to work diligently, provide a substantial return on investment and minimise its environmental impact.