North York Moors National Park New Headquarters – Hemsley, North Yorkshire

Bowman Riley is collaborating with the North York Moors National Park Authority to design a new Headquarters Office and Ranger Depot in Helmsley. The intention is to consolidate the Authority’s sites into a single, efficient facility, ensuring continued community service and protecting the North York Moors’ beauty.

The building includes high-quality office space suitable for modern hybrid working, accommodating 50 workstations in an open-plan layout. It also features meeting rooms, breakout spaces, and a large committee room for public meetings. The project features functional garaging, workshops, and storage for rangers. On-site parking will include overflow, EV charging, and space for fleet vehicles and bicycles.

Our design blends traditional and contemporary architectural styles with high-quality natural materials like local stone and timber cladding. The project emphasises a low-energy design using passive principles: maximising photovoltaic roof panels for on-site energy, using natural ventilation through openable windows, and ensuring high thermal insulation and airtightness to reduce operational costs.

The interior design fosters collaboration through open-plan workspaces and flexible meeting areas, adhering to WELL standards to promote health and wellbeing. Essential design strategies include optimal lighting, hydration, colour, airflow, movement, acoustic control, and ergonomics.

Developed through extensive consultation with staff, Park Authority members, North Yorkshire Council planning officers, and local residents, the project supports the Authority’s goal of creating a sustainable and vibrant future for the National Park.

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