We passionately believe in social value and the positive effects our business has on our staff, their families, our clients and the wider communities we work with. This culture is reflected in our ethos, our ethical credentials and our appointment of a Director of Social Value. The formation of a dedicated team within the studio drives value through our projects, direct analysis of our performance and commitment guides continual improvement of our social value plan.
We recognise the role our profession, studio, staff, suppliers and clients can play in achieving greater outcomes for little to no additional cost whilst maximising value. As architects, it is important to promote key social value principles and opportunities through our designs and projects, either independently or through collaboration with others.
We will continue to look beyond the financial cost of a contract and consider how the services that are delivered as part of a contract might improve social, economic, and environmental wellbeing. Ultimately, the benefits of Social Value can improve people’s lives, expand social identity, enable and foster community cohesion and security, and enhance ethical choices.
Glancy Nicholls Architects Social Value Policy 2024