The Blue Suite concept
Transforming commercial real estate through innovation and sustainability
The Blue Suite® delivers on the promise of a Blue Building – without the lengthy and rigid processes required by conventional certificates and labels. No more delays and excess costs: we are offering you an eco-friendly, high-performance and affordable building.
Innovation, the driver of sustainability and performance
Innovation in The Blue Suite® is not confined to a single aspect of construction. It is a constant theme that enriches each offering, in line with the client’s specific needs. Thanks to our in-house Innovation Hub, we test pioneering solutions in pilot projects – to be broadly deployed if they prove to be effective. The collaboration between our innovation, engineering and sales teams transforms advanced technologies into solutions that can be applied on a large scale.
Our teams of experts identify the best construction solutions and sustainable materials to meet your needs.
Each project can include pioneering technologies – such as cement-bonded wood fibre, ultra-low carbon concrete, reused materials or hydrogen-based power – to anticipate tomorrow’s challenges.
THE BLUE SUITE COMPASS: A COMPREHENSIVE TOOL TO MANAGE YOUR PROJECT
COMPASS, our innovative digital configurator, enables clients to optimise their projects by visualising potential gains in energy performance, carbon footprint reduction and biodiversity preservation. This tool helps you “design in” sustainability from your project’s very onset.
An internal team of experts
With a dedicated Green Buildings team operating for over 10 years and more than 145 projects certified, GSE has developed deep expertise in designing & building technically advanced, sustainable buildings.
A leader in commercial real estate in France and Europe, GSE has been at the forefront of innovation for more than 50 years. We carry out construction projects in the manufacturing, logistics and services sector quickly and efficiently. The Blue Suite® offering adapts to each line of business to design buildings with a low carbon footprint, remarkable energy performance and a neutral or positive impact on biodiversity.
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Frequently asked questions
What are The Blue Suite’s benefits for the client?
- Enhanced asset value
- Reduced operating costs
- Contribution to the environmental transition
- Easier access to some certificates and labels
- Support from dedicated experts
Does using The Blue Suite® extend design or construction timelines?
No. Thanks to our well-defined process and digital tools such as COMPASS, we integrate environmental requirements from the onset to ensure smooth phasing – without impacting schedules.
Will The Blue Suite® help me obtain an environmental certificate?
Yes. The Blue Suite® is fully compatible with the main certificates on the market (HQE™, BREEAM®, LEED®, BBCA, BiodiverCity®, etc.) and makes it easier to obtain them.
What types of projects can benefit from The Blue Suite®?
The Blue Suite® can be applied to a wide variety of projects – both newbuilds and renovations – in the fields of services, logistics, manufacturing, etc. Our experts tailor solutions to the specific requirements of each project.
Can I combine several focus areas within a Blue Suite® project?
Yes. Low carbon, energy performance and biodiversity levers can be addressed individually or in combination, depending on the Client’s ambitions. The COMPASS provides a clear visualisation of the solutions’ impact on each area.
What are the various levels of The Blue Suite®?
The Blue Suite® is offered at three levels of environmental performance:
- The Blue Suite® Essential: included by default and at no extra cost, this level ensures that your project will exceed the minimum regulatory standards.
- The Blue Suite® Plus: for projects that are deeply committed to one or more pillars of sustainability.
- The Blue Suite® Premium: if you are aiming for the highest levels of performance (low carbon, biodiversity, energy, etc.).
We can customise each level according to your project’s goals and constraints. Each package provides the innovations you need to achieve your objectives within your budget.
How do you monitor environmental performance during and after construction?
The Blue Suite® is a complete system that supports projects through all phases – from design to operation. Thanks to dedicated procedures, regular follow-up, a construction log, and of course COMPASS, we ensure precise monitoring of each focus area. This guarantees that we meet the objectives we set together.
How do you include innovation in The Blue Suite®?
Innovation is the very foundation of The Blue Suite®. Beyond the predefined packages, we offer a range of innovative solutions that can be customised to address any priority. Innovation is a cross-functional driver that enables us to respond to the specific challenges of each project.
Is Blue Building Essential the basic package?
Exactly. The Essential package is included by default in every project. It exceeds regulatory requirements at no additional cost to the Client. For example, it incorporates low-carbon concrete from the outset.
Is The Blue Suite® COMPASS free?
Yes. Access to COMPASS, our environmental simulation and monitoring tool, is completely free of charge for our Clients. It is operated by our specialised engineers from the Green Buildings department.
How do you ensure the building’s sustainability and energy efficiency?
We promote the use of sustainable materials, implement smart energy management systems and apply responsible construction practices, in line with the ambitions of The Blue Suite®.
Is The Blue Suite® applicable to all buildings?
Yes. When considering a project, our Green Buildings department systematically proposes solutions from The Blue Suite®. The Client is then free to choose the areas they wish to explore in greater depth: low carbon, energy performance or biodiversity – or a combination of the three.