Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Building Services Consultancy
Established in 2004, Waterstone Design is a BIM-certified multi-discipline building services consultancy specialising in mechanical, electrical, and sustainable engineering solutions. Our team combines technical expertise with a client-focused approach, ensuring compliance with current regulations while delivering tailored designs that align with project-specific requirements and budgetary constraints. With a proven track record across residential, commercial, and healthcare sectors, we prioritise collaboration, innovation, and sustainability to achieve successful project outcomes.Our in-house digital engineering team utilises advanced 2D CAD and 3D Revit technologies, supported by BSI BIM Level 2 certification, to provide precise and efficient design coordination. We are committed to continuous improvement, demonstrated through our involvement in community initiatives and dedication to reducing environmental impact through energy-efficient strategies.
Services
Mechanical & Electrical Design
Sustainability Services
CAD Drafting
Revit Modelling
Energy Assessments
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer BIM-certified mechanical and electrical design services with 20+ years of sector-specific expertise.
- Our team holds BSI BIM Level 2 certification for advanced digital engineering capabilities.
- We deliver tailored solutions compliant with UK building regulations and sustainability standards.
- Our sustainability department provides SAP/SBEM calculations and thermal comfort analysis.
- We maintain a 91% client retention rate through consistent project delivery and technical precision.
Associations and certifications
- BSI BIM Level 2 Verified
Services
Mechanical & Electrical Design
Our fully qualified team delivers mechanical and electrical design solutions prioritising feasibility, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. We collaborate closely with clients to meet project objectives across residential, commercial, and healthcare sectors. Services include heating, ventilation, gas systems, and electrical distribution, ensuring compliance with current regulations and industry standards.
Sustainability Services
We provide comprehensive environmental services including thermal comfort analysis, SAP/SBEM calculations, and energy strategy development. Our expertise ensures compliance with local planning requirements while minimising carbon footprints. We specialise in Code for Sustainable Homes assessments and embodied carbon reduction strategies for new and existing developments.
CAD Services
With 50+ combined years of industry experience, our CAD engineers produce precise 2D drawings and 3D models for mechanical, electrical, and public health systems. We offer cost-effective drafting solutions across all UK construction sectors, maintaining British Standards compliance through detailed coordination and as-built documentation.
Revit Modelling
As BSI BIM Level 2 certified specialists, we create detailed Revit models for collaborative project delivery. Our services include scheme design, construction documentation, and clash detection using Navisworks. We maintain an extensive library of British Standard-compliant components to ensure accuracy across architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines.
Energy Assessments
We conduct SAP calculations for domestic properties and SBEM assessments for non-domestic buildings to meet Part L requirements. Our team produces Energy Performance Certificates and supports clients through planning submission processes. We also provide life cycle analysis to optimise long-term sustainability and cost efficiency.
People
Stuart Usher
Operations Director
With over 20 years in building services, Stuart leads Waterstone Design's operational strategy. He champions sustainable practices and community engagement, recently undertaking a Himalayan trek to support Age UK Kent Rivers. His expertise ensures technical excellence across all projects.
David Etherington
Managing Director
David oversees strategic growth while maintaining technical standards. With extensive experience in MEP consultancy, he focuses on client relationships and innovation in digital engineering. He ensures the company's BIM capabilities remain at industry-leading levels.
Helen Usher
Finance Director
Helen manages financial operations and business strategy. With a background in construction industry finance, she ensures fiscal discipline while supporting the company's expansion and community initiatives through effective resource management.
Questions
What sectors do you specialise in?
We work across residential, commercial, retail, leisure, education, and healthcare sectors, providing tailored building services solutions for each.
Are you BIM Level 2 certified?
Yes, we hold BSI BIM Level 2 Verified Certificate VC717411, ensuring compliance with UK government requirements for collaborative 3D BIM projects.
Do you provide energy performance assessments?
We offer SAP calculations for dwellings and SBEM assessments for non-domestic buildings, including EPC production and regulatory compliance support.
How do you handle project coordination?
Our Revit specialists use Navisworks for clash detection and model reviews, ensuring seamless coordination between architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines.
What sustainability services do you offer?
We provide thermal comfort analysis, embodied carbon assessments, life cycle costing, and energy strategy development to meet planning requirements.
