Engineering Consultancy, Built on Experience

For over 25 years, Orwell Design Associates (ODA) has been helping clients reduce energy use, improve efficiency and future-proof their refrigeration, HVAC and ME&R systems through independent engineering consultancy and design.

What We Do

Based in Ipswich, we work in partnership with established businesses across the United Kingdom, Ireland and Europe. 

  • Independent advice based on what’s right for your project
  • Specialist design expertise in refrigeration, HVAC and M&E solutions
  • Support from early feasibility through to delivery and optimisation
  • Proven experience across retail, industrial and public sector environments

Who We Work With

ODA has provided energy-first refrigeration solutions since 1986.

With a long-established reputation in retail refrigeration, we now apply the same proven engineering discipline for the industrial sector, including cold storage and food manufacturing facilities – where reliability, efficiency and regulatory compliance are paramount.

Tesco
Co-op
Amazon
Sainsbury's
M&S

Early Bird Benefits

The earlier we’re involved, the more value we can add. By engaging at the outset of a project, we help clients make informed decisions before key details are fixed – reducing risk, avoiding unnecessary cost and setting the foundation for a successful, efficient system.

  • Identify the right approach before designs and budgets are locked in
  • Reduce risk and avoid costly changes later in the project
  • Improve system performance, efficiency and long-term reliability
  • Ensure compliance requirements are considered from the start
Alcumus
ecovadis
Sedex Member
Gas Safe