HPH340: How to reclaim VAT on a self build or conversion – with Andrew Jones
Andrew Jones explains how to reclaim VAT on a self build home or conversion as well as sharing some common pitfalls to avoid. Interview with Andrew Jones Andrew Jones has worked in construction since...
View ArticleHPH341: Should embodied carbon or energy efficiency be our priority? – with...
Jae Cotterell, founder of Passivhaus Homes, explains the importance of the choices we make when considering our construction approach. It is possible to create a high performance home with low embodied...
View ArticleHPH342: How to incorporate reused materials on a self build – with Kirsty...
Architect Kirsty Maguire explains why reusing an existing building is always preferable to demolishing and rebuilding. However, when buildings are in terrible condition or need radical alterations to...
View ArticleHPH343: A low cost eco home on a challenging infill plot – with Josh Wood
Architect Josh Wood gives us an insight into his own self build project, where the balance between keeping costs low and creating a sustainable home have pushed him to come up with creative solutions....
View ArticleHPH344: Hazel Tree Passivhaus – with Janice Gardiner
Janice Gardiner, an ecologist and the client of last week’s interviewee Josh Wood at Green Trace Architect, is here to tell us what it is like to be the client on a Passivhaus project and share what...
View ArticleHPH345: Why is the Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) such a useful tool?...
Sarah Lewis, the Research and Policy Director at the UK Passivhaus Trust and author of PHPP Illustrated, explains what the Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) is and how it is used during the design...
View ArticleHPH346: Passivhaus homes where cooling is a key consideration – with Andy Marlow
Andy Marlow from Envirotecture explains why Passivhaus homes are a good fit for most climates in Australia, how they approach these projects and what is needed beyond shading to keep the homes...
View ArticleHPH347: Common pitfalls to avoid when building a house – with Amelia Lee
Amelia Lee from Undercover Architect shares some common themes that tend to crop up on owner-builder projects (particularly with people who are doing this for the first time) and explains how they can...
View ArticleHPH348: Why do homes get mould? – with Alexx Stuart
Alexx Stuart from Low Tox Life shares her experiences of toxic mould exposure and offers some advice on how best to keep your home healthy and mould free. Interview with Alexx Stuart As an educator and...
View ArticleHPH349: Timber build approaches – with Meredith Bowles
Meredith Bowles from Mole Architects shares his experience working with timber as a construction material and explains the benefits and drawbacks of the different build approaches. Interview with...
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