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New-build 232-bed student accommodation development with retail units in London, United Kingdom. MCL delivered MEP design that complied with local planning and building control regulations, as well as running cost control workshops and leading regular site supervision.
MEP services included:
Electric space heating
Gas-fired hot water with CHP
Boosted hot & cold water supply
Low energy lighting
Door access and security
Power, IT and fire alarm installation
Speculative commercial units
New-build 321-bed student accommodation development in Bristol, United Kingdom. MCL delivered MEP design that complied with local planning and building control regulations, as well as running cost control workshops and leading regular site supervision.
MEP services included:
Electric space and water heating
Boosted cold water supply
Low energy lighting
Door access and security, power, IT and fire alarm installation
Speculative commercial units
New 45,000ft² office development designed to BREEAM ‘Excellent’. The office was purpose built for our blue chip client and is the first BREEAM ‘Excellent’ private office development on the Isle of Man. MCL undertook full MEP design and site supervision including cost control.
The MEP services included VRF system, mechanical ventilation with heat recovery and heat pump serving heating and cooling coil, hot & cold water systems and above ground drainage, car park ventilation, atrium purge ventilation system informed by computational fluid dynamics (CFD) calculations, M&E services integration with specialist interior designer’s concepts, base and feature lighting including specialist control, building management system (BMS), door access and security, power, IT, fire alarm installation and specialist server room and UPS system.
New-build 30,000ft² office development designed to BREEAM ‘Very Good’. MCL undertook full MEP design and site supervision including cost control for Category A fit-out.
MEP services included:
VRF system
Mechanical ventilation with heat recovery and heat pump system serving heating and cooling coil
Building Management System (BMS)
Door access and security
Power, IT, lighting and fire alarm installation
New-build 540-bed student accommodation development in Glasgow, United Kingdom. MCL delivered MEP design that complied with local planning and building control regulations, as well as running cost control workshops and leading regular site supervision.
MEP services included:
Electric heating
Gas fire hot water with CHP
Boosted hot and cold water supply
Low energy lighting
Door access and security
Power, IT and fire alarm installation
Speculative commercial units
New-build 450-bed student accommodation development in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. MCL delivered MEP design that complied with local planning and building control regulations, as well as running cost control workshops and leading regular site supervision.
MEP services included:
Gas fired district heating via central boiler house
Gas fired hot water with CHP
Low energy lighting
Door access and security
Power, IT and fire alarm infrastructure
New-build 321-bed student accommodation development in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. MCL delivered MEP design that complied with local planning and building control regulations, as well as running cost control workshops and leading regular site supervision.
MEP services included:
Boosted mains cold water
Electric space heating and hot water
Low energy lighting
Door access and security
power, IT and fire infrastructure
New-build 314-bed student accommodation development in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. MCL delivered MEP design that complied with local planning and building control regulations, as well as running cost control workshops and leading regular site supervision.
MEP services included:
Gas fired heating hot water via centralised plant and heat interface units (HIU)
Localised ventilation systems
Low energy lighting and occupancy control
Door access and security
Power, IT and fire alarm infrastructure
New-build 400-bed student accommodation development in Glasgow, United Kingdom. MCL delivered MEP design that complied with local planning and building control regulations.
MEP services included:
Electric heating
Gas fired hot water with CHP
Low energy lighting
Door access and security
Power, IT and fire alarm infrastructure
Award-winning 300-bed student accommodation development in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Part new-build, part refurbishment over Eight blocks. MCL delivered MEP design that complied with local planning and building control regulations.
MEP services included:
Boosted mains cold water
Electric heating, gas fired hot water with CHP
Low energy lighting
Door access and security
Power, IT and fire alarm infrastructure
Award-winning 210-bed student accommodation development in Newcastle, United Kingdom. MCL produced MEP performance design that complied with local planning and building control regulations.
MEP services included:
Electric heating
Gas fired hot water with CHP
Low energy lighting
Door access and security
Power, IT and fire alarm infrastructure
New-build 20,000ft² office development designed to BREEAM ‘Very Good’. MCL undertook full MEP design and site supervision including cost control for Category A and Category B fit-outs.
MEP services included:
VRF system
Mechanical ventilation with heat recovery and heat pump system serving heating and cooling coil
Building Management System (BMS)
Door access and security
Power, IT, lighting and fire alarm installation
New 450-unit apartment complex over ten blocks on a flood plane. MCL undertook full MEP design.
MEP services included:
Electric heating
Electric hot water
Local MEV ventilation units
Boosted cold water system
New multi-sub stations
Assistance to design-out car park ventilation
Power, IT, TV and fire alarm installation
Door access and security
New-build 38,590ft² industrial and office space. MCL undertook full MEP design and site supervision including cost control.
The MEP services included:
VRF/VRV serving office and welfare areas
Gas-fired unit heaters serving large volume areas
Domestic hot and cold water services
Heat recovery ventilation
Low energy lighting system featuring occupancy and daylight control
Power, IT and fire alarm systems
Delivering a comfortable, low-energy learning environment required a carefully considered MEP strategy that balanced efficiency, sustainability, and real-world usability. A key element was the integration of passive ventilation systems, including Windcatcher roof terminals, which harness natural airflow and the stack effect to minimise reliance on mechanical ventilation. Detailed thermal comfort analysis demonstrated that mechanical cooling was unnecessary, ensuring compliance with Building Bulletin 101 (BB101) while improving indoor air quality, supporting student concentration, and reducing airborne transmission risks. To assist staff in managing ventilation effectively, a CO₂ monitoring system with a traffic light indicator was incorporated, providing clear guidance on when windows should be opened—avoiding unnecessary heat loss in cooler months.
To meet the school’s heating demands, we designed a bivalent system combining air source heat pumps with gas boilers, providing efficient space heating and hot water while reducing carbon emissions. High-efficiency LED lighting was installed throughout, featuring scene-setting controls to allow teachers to tailor lighting levels for different activities, enhancing both comfort and learning outcomes. The data infrastructure was carefully designed to support smart teaching technologies, ensuring seamless integration of interactive whiteboards and other digital learning tools.
A Building Management System (BMS) was implemented not only to control HVAC and lighting but also to collect data for ongoing system optimisation. This aligned with a Soft Landings handover approach, working closely with the government’s estates team to fine-tune system performance based on real-world use. The school’s BREEAM certification reflects the high standards achieved in sustainability, energy efficiency, and operational performance, ensuring a future-proofed, low-carbon learning environment. This project is a key investment in the local community, delivering a high-performance school that provides a healthy and adaptable space for students and staff alike.
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Title: Henry Bloom Noble High School
Location: Douglas, Isle of Man
Client: Isle of Man Government
Architect: Savage & Chadwick
Structural Engineer: Curtins
New-build 18,000ft² office development. MCL undertook full MEP design and site supervision including cost control for Category A and Category B fit-outs.
The MEP services included VRF system, mechanical ventilation with heat recovery, building management system (BMS), door access and security and power, IT, lighting, fire alarm and sprinkler system installation.
Luxury apartment scheme in Douglas, Isle of Man. MCL worked with the developer on infrastructure to develop off-peak electric heating and hot water strategies for the development.
MEP services included:
Statutory services negotiations
Technical reviews of heating and hot water options
Sprinkler systems
Communal lighting, power and fire alarm
Fit-out assistance on plot-by-plot basis
New mixed-use development including new-build dwellings, conversion of existing buildings into new apartments, new-build sports hall and social club, refurbishment of Grade 2 listed church and new commercial B1 buildings. MCL completed MEP performance design for all building types, including public lighting, TV/SAT survey and utilities.
MEP services included
Gas fired heating and hot water
Local MEV ventilation units
Commercial ventilation
Direct gas fired heating
Solar PV
General MEP services to all building types
New-build 30,000ft² office development in the town centre location. MCL undertook full MEP design and site supervision including cost control for Category A and Category B fit-outs.
The MEP services included VRF system, mechanical ventilation with heat recovery, gas fired hot & cold water system, above ground drainage, car park ventilation, door access and security and lighting, power and fire alarm installation.
For the new Post-16 extension at Ballakermeen High School, we focused on creating an inspiring environment suited to older students. A key feature of the design is the use of radiators with integrated ventilation systems, which operate on-demand based on real-time CO₂ readings. This ensures that teaching and study spaces remain fresh and well-ventilated, promoting comfort and concentration throughout the day.
Complementing these ventilation innovations, we installed efficient LED lighting to enhance visual comfort while managing energy consumption. We also rationalised the heating, domestic hot water, and public health services, integrating them under a unified controls platform. This allows facility managers to oversee and adjust the internal environment as needed, providing a flexible and future-ready space that supports effective learning.
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