4B Projects LLP

13/02/2026

National Apprenticeship Week is an opportunity to recognise the value apprentices bring to our industry and the importance of creating clear pathways into construction.

We are proud to support early careers at 4B Projects, including Daniel Shaw, Apprentice Quantity Surveyor. Since joining the business, Dan has contributed to live projects while continuing to develop his technical knowledge, building confidence and capability in his role.

It’s been rewarding to see his growth so far, and we are committed to providing the experience, support and exposure needed to help him continue developing within the profession.

Supporting apprentices forms part of our wider commitment to strengthening the future workforce. Over the past year, we have been recognised by the City of London Corporation for our engagement with schools and early careers, including being awarded ‘Best On-location Session’ at the London Careers Festival and achieving accreditation under the Future Skyline Skills Commitment.

Investing in people at the start of their careers is essential to building a sustainable and resilient construction industry.

26/01/2026

AFC Bournemouth has received planning approval from BCP Council for the enabling works associated with the South Stand expansion at the Vitality Stadium. This approval allows early works to progress and provides greater certainty around ground conditions and existing site constraints, helping reduce commercial risk ahead of the next construction phases.

4B is supporting the project as Cost Consultant and Employer’s Agent, working closely with the club, design team and contractor to help shape a stadium solution that balances buildability, risk and budget, while keeping the spectator experience front of mind.

We’re excited to be involved in this project and to support the scheme as it progresses through the early stages and beyond.

👉 Read the full article here: https://www.thestadiumbusiness.com/2026/01/22/bournemouth-receives-green-light-to-start-vitality-stadium-work/

23/01/2026

We’re pleased to see Dean Mitchell, one of the four founding brothers of 4B Projects, featured by Building Magazine!

In this interview, Dean reflects on why he chose a career in construction, what he’s most proud of so far, and the experiences that have shaped his approach.

Read the full article below 👇

One of the firm's four founding brothers describes working on the Spurs stadium as an Arsenal fan, keeping the Saudi royal family happy, the importance of asking questions and talent spotting potential Ireland rugby players in north Londonx

21/01/2026

| An insight from 4B's MEP Partner, Luke Mitchell.

Big Energy Saving Week is a useful moment to pause and reflect on where energy is actually consumed in our buildings, and where the biggest opportunities to reduce it truly sit.

Across most commercial and residential developments, MEP systems account for around 60–75% of total operational energy use. That alone makes MEP the single biggest lever available when improving energy performance.

That said, MEP doesn’t exist in isolation. Fabric performance, airtightness, internal heat gains and occupancy assumptions all set the level of demand that MEP systems are required to respond to. From an MEP surveying perspective, no amount of efficient plant can fully compensate for excessive demand that’s been locked in early.

This is why the early design stages matter so much.

By the end of RIBA Stages 2–3, most projects have already fixed their heating and cooling strategy, ventilation approach, plant sizing and spatial allowances. At that point, a significant proportion of a building’s lifetime energy cost has effectively been committed, often without the client fully realising it.

Too often, energy efficiency is discussed early but only properly scrutinised later during value engineering or construction. By then, opportunities to reduce demand have usually passed, and efficiency is what tends to be engineered out.

In reality, some of the most effective energy-saving measures are also the least complicated:
👉 Right-sizing of plant based on realistic thermal modelling
👉 Incorporating high-efficiency HVAC and heat recovery systems
👉 Designing low-temperature, electrified heating strategies
👉 Applying sensible zoning, controls and commissioning

When considered early, these measures can deliver meaningful reductions in operational energy with only modest capital impact.

One area still frequently overlooked is commissioning and post-occupancy tuning. Many buildings are still operating 15–20% above their intended energy use simply because systems aren’t set up or fine-tuned as designed.

In our experience, energy-efficient MEP strategies typically sit within a 2–4% uplift to MEP capital cost, with paybacks well within the life of the asset. The real risk to performance isn’t technology. It’s timing.

A thought I often come back to: While the end user experiences comfort at the flick of a switch, the performance behind this is the result of countless MEP designs and installation decisions.

Energy performance is not added at the end of a project. It is designed in early, shaped by informed decisions, and protected throughout delivery.

Big Energy Saving Week should be a reminder of that.

19/01/2026

We are pleased to share that 4B Projects has been awarded accreditation by the City of London Corporation as part of the Future Skyline Skills Commitment.

This recognition reflects the work our team has been doing to support schools, school leavers and early careers, and to promote the benefits of working in the construction industry. From school engagement to work experience and mentoring, we believe creating clear pathways into the sector is essential for building a sustainable and inclusive future workforce.

Thank you to everyone across the business involved in delivering these initiatives. We are proud to be contributing to an industry that invests in people, skills and long-term change, and to supporting the wider ambitions of the Future Skyline Skills Commitment.

London Property Alliance (CPA & WPA)

16/01/2026

A strong end to the week, reflecting on two brilliant industry events that brought people together across the built environment.

The RICS Matrics UK x Future Foundations Network Coffee Morning took place yesterday at Nowy Styl, with members of the 4B Projects team attending alongside colleagues from Quants Surveying Services LLP.

Earlier this week, the sip & Reset event with Sisters in Property was hosted at The Collective, giving attendees the opportunity to step back and focus on shaping their priorities and plans for the year ahead.

Thank you to Tilly England and her fellow committee members across both Future Foundations Network and Sisters in Property for the work that goes into delivering events like these.

If we missed you at either event, please do get in touch. We would be very happy to continue the conversation.

24/12/2025

As 2025 comes to a close, we would like to thank our clients, partners and friends for their continued support and collaboration this year. It has been a strong twelve months and the team are looking forward to building on that momentum together in 2026.

We would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🎄

16/12/2025

We are pleased to sponsor the Islington Women’s Football Team and support grassroots sport within the local borough of Islington.

With 4B Projects founded by individuals who grew up in Islington, supporting local community initiatives like this remains important to us.

James Mitchell and Dean Mitchell attended a match this weekend and enjoyed seeing the team in action as they continue to develop this season.

We look forward to continuing our support and attending more matches as the season progresses.

11/12/2025

Based on recent industry events and conversations within the sector, Partner Nicholas Fenech has highlighted several hospitality trends that will influence viability, delivery and guest experience in 2026.

At the moment there is a clear move towards the mid range and affordable market. This is where much of the growth is expected over the next five years. Alongside this, we are seeing a strong shift towards repurposing existing buildings into hotels. This approach reduces development risk, shortens delivery programmes and helps investors achieve a faster return on their investment. It is a practical response from a sector that remains positive but cautious.

Although panel discussions often reference challenges, the overall sentiment is optimistic. The area creating the most concern is operational cost. Construction costs are beginning to stabilise, which is welcome, but issues such as staff shortages, competition for talent, rising energy prices and regulatory pressures are having a far greater impact on viability. The hospitality business rate changes expected in the November budget are also a major point of discussion, with industry voices warning that hotels could face significant increases.

Guest expectations continue to evolve at pace. There is a rising focus on digital technology, smarter guest experiences and stronger ESG interventions. Fire Detection and Protection remains one of the most expensive and volatile packages, with costs still elevated following the sharp increase in 2022. Demand for leisure facilities such as gyms, pools and spas has also increased noticeably and is becoming an important factor in guest decision making.

Across the schemes we have worked on, one recurring challenge is early budget setting. Too often we are engaged after a budget has already been approved, and it quickly becomes clear that the figure does not reflect current market conditions. This creates a ripple effect throughout design and procurement. Even a short consultation with a QS at the beginning would avoid many of these issues and provide a far clearer foundation for the project team.

The hospitality sector is moving quickly, and the schemes that will perform best are those that set realistic budgets early, recognise the true operational pressures and respond to the way guests are choosing to use these spaces.

These trends reinforce why early, informed cost guidance remains essential, and it is an area where 4B continues to support clients with practical, real-world clarity.

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04/12/2025

Completion Announcement - Dufferin Avenue, London

We’re pleased to share that works have now completed on the refurbishment of the six-storey industrial warehouse on Dufferin Avenue, with the building formally handed over to our private client last week.

Spanning circa 6,000 sq ft, this scheme transforms a historic asset into a modern, functional space while retaining its original character. Appointed under a JCT Design & Build 2024 contract, West + Vittori led the construction delivery, with our team providing cost consultancy, project management and employer’s agent services from tender stage through to completion.

A great project to be part of, and one we’re proud to see successfully delivered.

26/11/2025

Mental health matters every day, not just on awareness days. 💚

Yesterday our team completed Mental Health First Aid training, a reminder of how important it is to look after both our own wellbeing and the wellbeing of the people around us. In a fast paced life, it’s easy to miss the signs in others and in ourselves.

With 1 in 4 people experiencing a mental health problem each year in England, keeping the conversation open, supportive and stigma free is essential.

A huge thank you to Anne Thomas for delivering such an engaging and valuable session, and to Mind for the vital work they continue to do in supporting mental health across the UK.

At 4B, we’re committed to building teams where wellbeing sits alongside performance because strong foundations start with people.