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As PassivHaus projects continue to grow in popularity, in the construction industry and wider public circles, the benefits they bring, including low/zero bills, comfortable environments and broader health benefits are widely touted.   And rightly so.   However, this comes with an expectation of cost premium's, after all, how could all of these benefits over a 'traditional' building not cost more?   I have explored this in the below article as part of the Tate + Co Knowledge hub series and the answer is perhaps not what you would expect! You can read the article here - https://lnkd.in/e2DzETGU #architecture #construction #passivhaus #sustainability #sustainabledesign #greenbuildings

ECD Architects, appointed by Equans UK & Ireland, is leading the retrofit of three high-rise residential towers in Shieldfield—Lort House, Pandon Court, and King Charles Tower.   This transformative project will deliver thermal and aesthetic upgrades to over 200 homes, significantly improving energy efficiency, reducing carbon emissions and, most importantly, enhancing comfort for residents.   Key measures include:   🔹 External Wall Insulation (EWI) for better thermal performance. 🔹 Enhanced roof insulation to reduce heat loss. 🔹 Installation of new energy-efficient windows for improved comfort and reduced energy use. 🔹 Upgraded ventilation systems for healthier indoor environments. 🔹 Addition of rooftop Air Source Heat Pumps, advancing the transition to renewable energy.   Beyond functionality, the project features an aesthetic revitalisation of the towers, introducing a simplified, cohesive colour palette. Each block retains its unique identity while gaining a fresh character through complementary accent tones (developed in collaboration with residents & local planners) to reflect the community's vision.   A key success factor: No resident relocations. All work has been carefully planned and executed with residents remaining in their homes, minimising disruption while delivering maximum impact.   To ensure the best outcomes, thermal bridge calculations have been carried out to enable the team to reduce heat loss and avoid any risk of condensation. This means the works meet PAS 2035 and that the residents have warmer homes.   The retrofit of these Sheildfield towers is a testament to the power of sustainable design and community-focused improvements, creating homes that are not only energy-efficient but also more comfortable and visually inspiring.

At the dawn of Modernism, in the fervent search for innovative, efficient, and cost-effective building systems, modular construction offered the promise of precisely that: an industrialized system comprised of ready-to-assemble elements, easily configured, cost-effective, and quality-controlled. Read on. #modularconstruction #construction

Adaptive reuse is a method of construction that you may be familiar with, just by a different name, as it has been in use in the construction industry for decades. Gut rehabs, renovations, retrofits—these are just a few ways that the methodology of adaptive reuse can be applied to construction projects. Adaptive reuse involves the conversion of office, industrial, and other unoccupied buildings to meet the demand for housing, retail shopping, and other reuse of existing assets. We offer a new AIA CES Program on Adaptive Reuse. For Architects, Engineers and Design Builders earn HSW and AIA credit and find out more about Maximizing Adaptive Reuse with Cold Formed Steel Frame and Structo-Crete panels. Contact me for more information. #coldformedsteel #adaptivereuse #innovation

The design of a building plays a key role in how efficiently and sustainably it can function. While architects normally view each building's design and functionality from a wholistic perspective, sustainable architects specifically aim to design a building that will support the local ecosystem, be energy efficient and protect valued resources. #CarbonEmissions #Construction #GreenBuilding #Leed #SustainableArchitecture

The design of a building plays a key role in how efficiently and sustainably it can function. While architects normally view each building's design and functionality from a wholistic perspective, sustainable architects specifically aim to design a building that will support the local ecosystem, be energy efficient and protect valued resources. #CarbonEmissions #Construction #GreenBuilding #Leed #SustainableArchitecture

🌿 Standing seam metal roofs are eco-friendly and durable. Learn why architects recommend them for sustainable building projects. #GreenBuilding #StandingSeamRoofs #ArchitecturalDesign

Rising building costs during Covid have hit smaller projects hard. At Ballast Point, we're addressing this challenge with 12 cost-effective design strategies. #buildingcosts #QualityFirst #architecture

Unlock the significance of building design in today's world with our latest blog! Discover the top 5 reasons why it's more crucial than ever before. Read more - https://lnkd.in/gvUKfaMs #sustainabledesign #buildingdesign #architecture #greenbuilding #futureofbuilding #highperformancebuildings #urbansustainability #construction #sustainability

The design of a building plays a key role in how efficiently and sustainably it can function. While architects normally view each building's design and functionality from a wholistic perspective, sustainable architects specifically aim to design a building that will support the local ecosystem, be energy efficient and protect valued resources. #CarbonEmissions #Construction #GreenBuilding #Leed #SustainableArchitecture