Business Details
36 Years
experience
Passivhaus & Low Energy Home Design Experts
Established in 1990, our practice specialises in creating bespoke, energy-efficient homes tailored to individual client needs. We have pioneered sustainable design principles since the 1980s, achieving groundbreaking energy reductions in projects like community hospitals. Our expertise spans Passivhaus standards, low-carbon materials, and retrofitting existing properties, serving Wiltshire, Dorset, Hampshire, and wider Southern England. As a RIBA-chartered practice, we hold advanced qualifications in retrofit coordination and actively participate in the RIBA 2030 Climate Challenge.Our team combines technical mastery with creative vision, evidenced by award-winning projects such as the UKTV-featured eco-cottage. We maintain affiliations with leading sustainability organisations including the Passivhaus Trust, AECB, and The Green Register. Our approach prioritises embodied energy considerations and accessible design, balancing regulatory compliance with innovative environmental solutions.
Services
Passivhaus Design
Sustainable Architecture
Energy Retrofitting
Net Zero Construction
Timber Frame Homes
Disabled Access Design
Architectural Consultancy
Self-Build Support
Eco-Friendly Extensions
Low Carbon Development
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- RIBA chartered architects with 35+ years pioneering sustainable design
- Certified Passivhaus expertise with multiple award-winning projects
- Specialist retrofit coordination qualifications for energy upgrades
- Featured in UKTV's 'My Flat Pack Home' architectural showcase
- Active participants in RIBA's 2030 Climate Challenge targets
Associations and certifications
- RIBA Chartered Practice
- Passivhaus Trust
- Sustainable Building Association (AECB)
- The Green Register
- Associated Self-Build Architects (ASBA)
Services
Passivhaus Design
Specialist Passivhaus design services creating certified net-zero energy homes. Our approach combines rigorous thermal performance standards with sustainable material selection. Projects achieve energy consumption reductions exceeding regulatory requirements through meticulous design optimisation.
Energy Retrofitting
Comprehensive retrofitting solutions for existing properties to enhance energy efficiency. Services include thermal envelope improvements, ventilation system upgrades, and renewable energy integration while maintaining structural integrity and occupant comfort.
Sustainable Construction
New build projects incorporating low embodied carbon materials and renewable energy systems. Our designs prioritise environmental performance without compromising aesthetic quality or functional requirements across residential developments.
Timber Frame Homes
Design and specification of modern timber frame housing solutions. These systems offer rapid construction times with inherent thermal efficiency, complementing our low-energy building objectives and sustainability goals.
Disabled Access Design
Specialist adaptations and new build solutions for accessible living environments. Our designs meet Lifetime Homes standards while integrating seamlessly with energy-efficient construction methodologies.
People
Haydn Bennett
Chartered Architect
RIBA chartered architect with 35+ years experience in sustainable design. Pioneered low-energy buildings since the 1980s, including award-winning eco-cottages. Holds advanced retrofit coordination qualifications and leads practice participation in climate action initiatives.
Questions
What is Passivhaus standard construction?
Passivhaus is a rigorous energy efficiency standard requiring buildings to consume 90% less heating energy than conventional construction through superior insulation, airtightness, and heat recovery systems.
Do you offer home energy retrofit services?
Yes, we specialise in upgrading existing homes to improve energy performance, including thermal envelope improvements, ventilation system installations, and renewable energy integration.
Which areas do you cover?
We primarily work in Wiltshire, Dorset and Hampshire, with select projects across Southern England, supporting both new builds and retrofit projects.
What sustainability accreditations do you hold?
We are RIBA Chartered Architects, members of the Passivhaus Trust, AECB, The Green Register, and hold Level 5 qualifications in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management.
Can you design accessible homes?
Yes, we incorporate Lifetime Homes standards into new builds and adaptations, ensuring accessible design solutions that integrate with our low-energy construction principles.
What notable projects have you completed?
Our portfolio includes UKTV-featured eco-cottages, multiple certified Passivhaus Plus homes, and award-winning timber frame developments demonstrating our environmental design expertise.
