About the session

Join our free introductory session to explore SKArating, an environmental assessment method specifically designed for interior fit-out and refurbishment projects, through manufacturers perspective.

In this session, you’ll learn:

  • What SKArating is and how it works.
  • The strategic and 2030+ trajectory.
  • Key focus areas typically relating to material and product manufacturers, including energy, circularity, pollution, water, and embodied impacts.
  • How SKArating benchmarks perform against good industry practices to drive sustainability.
  • How manufacturers can support project teams in achieving environmental best practices.


This session is perfect for manufacturers and suppliers looking to understand how their products can contribute to sustainable design and support project teams in achieving SKArating certification. It also aims to share insights on the performance pathway and support alignment and future planning.

Instructor

Design & Sustainability Director Elina Grigoriou FRSA HonRICS

Elina is a London-based interior designer, sustainability specialist and wellbeing expert helping clients become the best they can be and get the most from their people and places. A powerhouse of inspiration and innovation, Elina has been leading and shaping the commercial interior design sector for the past two decades – creating spaces that unlock social and environmental value, make a meaningful impact on peoples’ lives and enhance clients’ financial bottom line. Working at the heart of the latest industry developments, Elina regularly partners with national and global institutions to raise awareness of designing for sustainability and wellbeing and to drive best practise within the built environment. She was instrumental in developing and establishing the SKA rating system, is Chair of the SKA rating board and Technical Advisor to the scheme. In recognition of her commitment to promoting sustainability within the property sector, she was awarded Honorary Membership to the RICS in 2017. Elina has contributed to numerous industry guides and in 2019, her book Wellbeing in Interiors was published by RIBA which has had a visible impact in shaping practise and inspiring others. She was voted one of the Top 50 Rising Stars of Sustainability by Building magazine and is regularly invited to offer expert opinion and speak at public events.