PassivHaus Consultancy Services
Whether you’re working on a new or existing build, our tailored approach will ensure that your building seamlessly integrates PassivHaus standards.
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Why choose us?
Expertise and experience
We have years of experience in delivering PassivHaus design services, allowing you to rest assured that your project will be optimised for performance and meet industry standards.
Comprehensive support
From the planning and design phases to construction and facility management, we provide end-to-end support, ensuring smooth integration of PassivHaus design principles at every stage.
Sector-specific approach
Whether residential, commercial, or industrial, we tailor our strategies to meet the unique needs of your project, ensuring alignment with your goals and sustainability targets.
Proven results
Our clients benefit from improved workflows and streamlined delivery, which reduces the need for future revisions and ensures long-term satisfaction.
Benefits of PassivHaus design
- Reduces carbon emissions and environmental impact
- Dramatically lowers energy consumption
- Cuts energy bills with less needs for heating or cooling systems
- Certification from an independent provider to assure you that criteria has been met
- Buildings often experience a 5 to 15% increase in market value, according to PassivHaus Trust
Our step-by-step approach
Assessing the project
We begin with an assessment of your project’s goals, budget and site conditions, including orientation, shading and local climate. From here, we work with your team to set clear performance targets in line with the Passivhaus standard, so energy efficiency and comfort are built into the brief from day one.
Design
We work closely with you to develop a design built around the core Passivhaus principles, including high levels of insulation, airtightness, high-performance windows and efficient ventilation. Throughout the process, we refine the design together to make sure it meets your goals and the Passivhaus standard.
Certification
We support your project through the Passivhaus certification process, helping to ensure the finished building meets the standard and performs as designed.
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Other Services
Building Data & Analytics
We use data and analytics to get a full understanding of what's going on in your building.
Design & Engineering Services
Minimise the environmental impact of your building whilst keeping occupants safe and comfortable.
Reports & Certifications
Minimise the environmental impact of your building whilst keeping occupants safe and comfortable.
FAQS
There are 5 key principles to achieving effective Passivhaus design:
1. Airtight construction:
To ensure a building is completely airtight, any gaps or openings are carefully sealed
2. Thick insulation
To minimise changes in temperature, exceptionally thick layers of insulation are used in the walls, roofs, and floors
3. Heat recovery ventilation:
Referred to as the ‘lungs of PassivHaus’, this system maintains indoor air quality through providing fresh air whilst retaining indoor heat
4. High-quality windows and doors
Using high-quality doors and triple-glazed windows ensures heat can’t enter or escape
5. Thermal bridge free
Thermal bridges are areas in a building that are prone to heat loss which are prevented through careful attention to technical drawings, insulation and close collaboration across the team
With superior insulation, airtightness, and efficient systems, a PassivHaus building requires little energy to maintain temperature, which ultimately saves on utility bills.
The time to build a PassivHaus project varies depending on project size, location, and complexity. For example, a new build might take longer due to specific design and material requirements. To discuss timelines for your project, get in touch for a free consultation.
Yes, BIM is not just for the design and construction phases. It can be used for facility management and maintenance after the building is complete. BIM models can store important data for ongoing maintenance, helping facility managers track the building’s performance, plan upgrades, and manage assets.
Yes, PassivHaus construction requires specialised materials such as high-performance insulation, triple-glazed windows, and mechanical ventilation systems. These materials are vital to meet the high energy efficiency standards of PassivHaus.
A building envelope is a term given to a building that is airtight and well-insulated to maintain a constant temperature. The envelope is a crucial part of the design which is made up of high-quality insulation, windows, doors, airtight seals and more.