Good news for homeowners! Some lenders are now factoring in EPC ratings when determining mortgage affordability, as reported in this article e from 10/12/2024...

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Annie Naughton, our Certified Passive House Deisgner, will be giving a...

1. My builder is saying that they will build to the standard set out by the building regs, what do you recommend? 

Building Regulations are the minimum...

1. Is it expensive to improve the energy efficiency of my house? 

The cost of improving the energy efficiency of a house varies depending on a range...

1. What are the advantages of making improvements to my home for me and the environment?

There are many advantages of improving the energy efficiency...

The amount of insulation your home has will affect how well it can stay warm in winter and cool in summer. In England, only 7% of the housing stock was...

1. Is it true that UFH will take a lot of energy and time to heat up my house?

The amount of time and energy it takes to heat a house using underfloor...

1. Is it true that air source heat pumps are expensive and inefficient?

No, it is not true - heat pumps are a very efficient way of turning energy into...

1. Are there any effective strategies for managing water consumption in a home to save energy?

Yes, there are many things you can do to reduce your water...

Think about the fabric first, which means considering the thermal envelope – the walls, roofs, floors, windows and doors. Are the walls, roofs and floors...

Put simply, an energy efficient home is one that requires a small amount of energy to run. Homes in the UK are responsible for 21% of our overall carbon...

Annie is an Architect and Passive House Designer who joined our team in April 2023. She has particular interests in participatory design and place-making,...

In just under three weeks from now, King Charles will address the world at the Cop28 climate summit, urging governments to take decisive action on the...

Often the words “planning permission” for a project seems to anticipate struggle and long waiting times. However, often this is true only if the consideration...

What is BIM? BIM is defined by the Construction Project Information Committee (CPIC) as ‘a digital representation of physical and functional characteristics...