ESG Statement

Environmental

• We design for low operational carbon: fabric-first, energy-efficient envelopes and renewable-ready systems.
• We favour retrofit and reuse of existing buildings over demolition where viable — the greenest building is the one already standing.
• We specify low-embodied-carbon, locally sourced and responsibly certified materials.
• We design for longevity and adaptability so homes serve more than one generation.

Social

• Healthy homes: daylight, ventilation, acoustics and non-toxic materials that support wellbeing.
• Accessible and inclusive design, considering different life stages and abilities.
• Supporting our community in Bicester and Oxfordshire, and working UK-wide with local contractors.
• Honest advice: our “improve, not move” assessment helps homeowners decide what is right for them, not what sells the most work.

Governance

• A small, accountable studio: decisions sit with the directors, who are contactable and named on the register.
• Transparent fees and scope before any commitment.
• Data handled in line with UK GDPR — see our Privacy Policy and GDPR Notice.
• Responsible marketing: we only email you with consent, and you can withdraw it at any time.

Our pledge

ESG is not a badge we earn once. We review these commitments each year and publish progress. If you want to know more, email hello@storyboard-design.co.uk.