Annabelle and James welcome you to their new build timber frame passive house and Enerphit insulated stone barn (work in progress). This is a recently completed self-build home. They are still learning how to optimise management of some of the technology but are happy to share what they know so far.
Join this webinar to learn from Annabelle what they did and why, who did the work and the lessons learnt along the way. And there will be plenty of time for you to ask any questions you have at the end.
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Modifications:
Recycled newspaper insulation in I-beam construction, ASHP, MVHR, UFH, triple glazed, led lighting, all electric, diathonite insulation in stone barn (in progress).
Motivation to retrofit:
Personal comfort, sustainability and cost of running.
Approximate cost:
Still counting. Breakdown of some elements available.
Benefits:
Comfort, running cost.
Who did the work:
Mike Whitfield Construction - who is aiming to be at the open day for questions
Others: Gary Price (ground work), Geolec (electrics), Green Building Store (windows / doors), Alan Clarke (heating and ventilation consultant), Nick Grant (PH consultant),Charles Grylls (architect) and Ecological Building Systems
All recommended.
Next steps and considerations:
- Shading - time to establish planting
- PV and battery - budget
- EV point - cost of EVs
Considered but rejected GSHP and renewables due to cost benefit, and water recycling due to cost.
