Refurbishment, adaptation and remodelling

AF Gruppen refurbishes and remodels existing building stock in close cooperation with clients and property developers. Our projects range from upgrading large commercial properties to complex, multi-scope projects that include demolition, remodelling, extensions and new-build elements—often while parts of the building remain in use.

Refurbishment projects place high demands on planning, coordination and execution. We contribute expertise early across construction, technical disciplines and delivery strategy, helping clients make informed decisions. Early involvement leads to better solutions, reduced risk and more predictable costs.

Sustainable upgrading

Preserving and upgrading existing buildings rather than building new is one of the most effective climate and environmental measures in the construction industry. By developing and reusing existing structures, resource use, emissions and waste are significantly reduced compared to new-build projects.

In refurbishment projects, we work systematically with climate and environmental measures related to material choices, energy use and technical solutions. AF Gruppen has experience with BREEAM certification in refurbishment and remodelling projects and provides the expertise needed to set realistic sustainability ambitions and follow them through from early-stage development to completion.

Collaborative project delivery in refurbishment

Refurbishment and remodelling projects are particularly well suited to collaborative project delivery models. Close cooperation in the early stages enables optimisation of scope, cost and programme without compromising ambition. This provides greater flexibility and better control throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Refurbishment and remodelling require experience, strong delivery capability and the ability to manage unforeseen conditions. By combining local project management with the Group’s overall expertise, we deliver projects that give new life to existing buildings and create long-term value for owners, users and society.

Conservation and heritage refurbishment

In projects involving listed and heritage buildings, we work closely with clients, consultants and heritage authorities to preserve cultural and historical qualities while upgrading buildings to meet modern requirements for functionality, safety and technical performance. 

Through experience with complex and heritage buildings, AF Gruppen delivers solutions that balance conservation requirements with the project’s overall objectives.