We have designed a highly innovative eco-house in the open countryside that was granted planning permission under the NPPF Paragraph 55 policy, recognising that the project is “truly outstanding or innovative, reflective or innovative, reflecting the highest standards in architecture”.
The house has sustainability at it's heart, using local, natural material with low embodied energy, combined with energy efficient design, the building’s form and technologies. The proposal draws inspiration from and builds on the success of the Flower Pod, an award winning straw bale building designed by AJA in Southwell for Reach Charity. The walls will be constructed in compressed straw bales from a local farm and lime rendered. Timber shingles from a Nottinghamshire saw mill will clad the curved, distinctive roof which is insulated with sheeps wool.
The house has been designed and assessed through the PHPP modelling system to meet Passivhaus standards. This requires exceptional thermal insulation, utilisation of passive solar heat and extremely air tight construction to reduce energy demand for heating to a minimum.
If you would like to have a chat with us about your project or want to learn more about the services we offer, we’d love you to get in touch.
design@ajaltd.co.uk
0115 841 8418