A Client perspective on building a new Passivhaus in a rural location
Alex Baines is a Head of Sustainability & Passivhaus Consultant at CBG, and is building his own detached new build in a rural Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the Cotswolds. He talks to House Planning Help, and explains why involving the local community in the early stages was essential in gaining the relevant permissions.
Artisits impression of Long Barrow final design. Photo Credit: IID Architects
PUBLIC CONSULTATION: Submitting a number of options result in gaining feedback from the local community and planners. This gave insight into what people liked and certain aspects that were problematic. Achieving Passivhaus certification was fundamental to the project. Alex was able to explain the ecological principles to the locals who were very supportive of the concept, and worked to fit them into the design.The final design was a culmination of this consultation process.
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The ICF will be used for the floor and shell of the building to provide something that has longevity and will last for hundreds of years.
Alex Baines, CBG.
AIRTIGHTNESS: The airtightness is kept simple by utilising an Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF) system, leaving only the window details to be of concern when at construction. The ICF will be used for the floor and shell of the building to provide something that has longevity and will last for hundreds of years. Internal clear spans ensure that any future generations living in the property can adapt the space to their needs.
Read the full interview here.
Further Information:
Previous PHT Story: Cotswolds Passivhaus approved despite original refusal from planners
27th October 2014
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