Our Retrofit Co-Design Toolkit provides a short guide for engaging residents meaningfully in the retrofit process, recognising that successful environmental upgrades depend as much on resident buy-in as technical solutions.

Building on our experience in community-led design, this practical resource helps housing providers, local authorities, design teams and residents work together effectively throughout the retrofit journey - from initial engagement through to post-completion evaluation. The toolkit combines our expertise in both sustainable design and community engagement, offering tried-and-tested methods for bringing technical knowledge and lived experience together.

Key features include:

- Practical tools for meaningful resident engagement

- Step-by-step guidance through the retrofit process from a resident’s perspective

- Real-world case studies and client testimonials

- Strategies for building trust and maintaining momentum

As our client for the Becontree Retrofit project Amandeep Singh Kalra notes: "Co-designing with residents to design solutions tailored to their homes not only fosters trust but also provides us with a deeper understanding of the challenges residents encounter in their homes. This approach is a must for any retrofit program."

This resource represents our commitment to sharing knowledge and promoting best practice in sustainable, community-led design. We believe that successful retrofit programmes must combine technical excellence with genuine community engagement - creating solutions that work for residents while meeting our collective environmental responsibilities.

To receive a digital copy of the Retrofit Co-Design Toolkit, please contact info@archio.co.uk

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