The UK’s first retrofit designer course, based on the PAS 2035 framework, equips learners to create precise, bespoke designs for domestic properties. curated by The Retrofit Academy and industry experts, it’s designed to enhance the skills of chartered architects, architectural technologists, chartered building surveyors, and professionals from the Chartered Institute of Building.
Leading the way in energy efficiency
Retrofit designers lead the way in creating energy-efficient homes, responsible for comprehensive project documentation and specifying materials, products, and systems. they ensure every team on a project delivers quality and effective solutions.
As the demand for sustainable building upgrades grows, the need for skilled retrofit designers increases. this new qualification aims to develop leaders to help the UK achieve its net zero target by 2050.
The Retrofit Designer qualification joins The Retrofit Academy’s accredited courses, including the Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management and the Level 4 Award in Domestic Retrofit Assessment. this is the second new course from The Retrofit Academy in 2024, following the launch of Retrofit 101 in January.
Join the growing network
With over 4,000 qualified professionals and 7,000 learners enrolled, The Retrofit Academy has already attracted many prospective designers to this new course.
David Pierpoint, CEO and founder of The Retrofit Academy, said: “Since we opened our doors in 2016, we have aimed to lead retrofit training with innovative new qualifications that give learners everything they need to make a positive difference and establish a successful career. With the launch of the Retrofit Designer course, contractors have the opportunity to upskill and fulfil the demand for this critical role.
“With over 15 comprehensive modules that have been expertly curated by a panel of architects and are taught by expert mentors, learners receive all of the necessary tools they need to lead and take responsibility for the design of retrofit projects. The demand for qualified retrofit design professionals isn’t slowing down and the opportunity to enter this growing industry is here for the taking.”
Loreana Padron, associate director and head of sustainability at ECD Architects and the main author of the Retrofit Designer qualification, said: “For me, retrofit is the most effective way to reduce the amount of carbon released into the atmosphere from our homes and a critical element of helping achieve net zero.
“The new Retrofit Designer course will allow architects, consultants and designers to enhance their skill set and allow them to complete projects within the PAS 2035 standard. As the co-editor, I hope that many individuals make the most of this course and help us create a more sustainable future.”
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