ESG
Our approach to sustainability in office design
As a subsidiary of Workplace Futures Group and a certified B Corp, we’re dedicated to driving real, measurable change in sustainable office design, ensuring that businesses and employees can thrive without compromising the future of our planet.
What is ESG?
ESG – short for Environmental, Social and Governance – is used to measure a company’s commitment to sustainability, ethical practices, and responsible corporate governance. For us, ESG impacts how our projects are planned, delivered and managed right down to the details, such as the materials we specify, the on-site safety gear we provide and the impact our construction activities have on the local community. Our aim is to leave workspaces better than we found them, and we use the following criteria to manage this:
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We take a proactive approach to minimising our environmental impact, whether that’s through carbon-conscious construction methods, waste reduction strategies, or sustainable procurement. Every fit out is an opportunity to do better for the planet, and we’re committed to working with suppliers and clients who share our vision for a greener future.
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A truly sustainable office benefits the people who use it. Our designs prioritise accessibility, inclusivity, and employee wellbeing, enhancing productivity and work-life balance. Beyond office design, we invest in the communities we operate in by supporting charities that are significant to our team, mentoring young professionals, and championing ethical employment practices.
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We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency, integrity, and compliance with industry-leading sustainability frameworks such as B Corp, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. We continually assess and improve our ESG strategy, setting ambitious goals to drive long-term impact. As a certified B Corp, we are required to provide the evidence behind our sustainability reporting, and we do this using tools such as ProCore, QFlow and OneClick LCA.
Why partner with us for ESG?
Whether you’re looking to refurbish your workspace, create a Tenant-Ready™ space, or carry out Day Two maintenance works, we’ll help you achieve a sustainable office that aligns with your environmental and social goals.
Prioritising ESG reduces overhead energy costs for your building, results in long-term savings on operational costs as well as employee productivity and turnover, and enhances your workspaces’ longevity and market value. We recognise that commitment to sustainability in office design is only growing, with over 34% of occupiers already having a green lease clause, and over 80% of companies globally now reporting their sustainability performance. Partnering with us ensures your office space is an opportunity to create a competitive advantage with long-term benefits to your employees, business and turnover.
Our sustainability commitment in practice
We recently delivered a project for our repeat client, Work.Life, to fit out the Typewriter building on Borough High Street. The project’s Whole Life Carbon Emissions were evaluated and came out well below industry benchmarks.
137kgCO2e/m2
The total embodied carbon for Two’s work in the Typewriter building was 137kgCO2e/m2.
1956
The Typewriter building was built in 1956, which meant the team faced the dual challenge of preserving the building’s heritage while ensuring high sustainability standards.
22,000 sq ft
The project covered 7 floors and spanned 22,000 sq ft of workspace.
To strengthen our commitment to ESG, we are:
Certified B Corp
Certified B Corporations are businesses that meet the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance, public transparency, and legal accountability to balance profit and purpose. B Corps are accelerating a global culture shift to redefine success in business and build a more inclusive and sustainable economy.
ISO 9001 Accredited
ISO 9001 is a global standard for quality management. It helps organisations to improve their performance, meet customer expectations and demonstrate their commitment to quality. Its requirements define how to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve a quality management system (QMS). Achieving ISO 9001 means an organisation has put in place effective processes and trained staff to deliver flawless products or services time after time.
ISO 14001 Accredited
ISO 14001 is an international standard for environmental management systems (EMS). It helps organisations to continually improve their environmental performance through a more efficient use of resources, reduction of waste and greenhouse gas emissions. Achieving ISO 14001 means an organisation is taking proactive measures to minimise their environmental footprint, comply with relevant legal requirements, and achieve strict environmental commitments.
ISO 45001 Accredited
ISO 45001 is an international standard for occupational health and safety (OH&S) management systems. It provides a framework for organisations to manage risks and improve OH&S performance. The standard establishes criteria for an OH&S policy, with key elements including leadership commitment, worker participation, hazard identification and risk assessment, legal and regulatory compliance, emergency planning, incident investigation and continual improvement. Achieving ISO 45001 means an organisation has put in place effective systems to improve health and safety.
