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Project Details

50 Baker Street is an established commercial office building located within a dense urban area of central London, supporting a wide range of business occupiers. The project required a fire suppression solution that not only met statutory requirements but also safeguarded ongoing business operations within a constrained and heavily serviced building environment.

Our involvement centred on the design coordination and technical oversight of the automatic sprinkler system, developed in accordance with BS EN 12845. The system was designed to provide dependable fire suppression while minimising disruption to occupiers and maintaining continuity of use across the building.

A key challenge was the limited available service space and the need to integrate the sprinkler system alongside existing building services. Careful consideration was given to pipe routing strategies, sprinkler head positioning, and system zoning to ensure effective coverage while respecting architectural finishes and ceiling layouts.

Pre Construction Phase Design

During the pre construction phase, our team developed an initial sprinkler system design tailored to the operational constraints of the building. This included confirming hazard classifications based on occupancy use, assessing hydraulic performance, and establishing zoning arrangements that supported phased installation and future adaptability.

Design coordination with the wider project team focused on resolving conflicts with existing services and ensuring the system remained accessible for inspection, testing, and maintenance without impacting day to day building use.

The pre construction design stage established a clear and practical fire suppression strategy, providing confidence to stakeholders and supporting progression into detailed design.

Pre Construction Phase Documentation and Planning

Alongside design development, a comprehensive set of pre construction documentation was prepared to support quality assurance, safety management, and controlled delivery.

Technical submissions were produced to clearly define system intent, materials, and compliance with BS EN 12845 and project requirements.

Inspection and Test Plans were developed to ensure installation quality and performance verification throughout the project lifecycle.

Initial Risk Assessment Method Statements were prepared to address the challenges of working within an occupied commercial building, providing a structured framework for safe working practices and the development of site specific RAMS.

An outline programme was also developed to coordinate works with other trades and minimise disruption to building users.

Through focused design development, clear documentation, and continued technical support, the sprinkler system was delivered as a resilient and compliant life safety solution, strengthening fire protection while supporting the building’s long term operational reliability.