We’re proud to share that our latest completed project on Knossington Road in Braunston, Rutland has been officially certified as a Passivhaus Classic by the Passivhaus Institut.   Performance highlights: Heating demand: 15 kWh/m²a Overheating frequency: 0% Airtightness: 0.56 ach @ 50pa Renewable energy generation: 31 kWh/m²a (from 24 solar panels) EPC rating: 98A   The result is a bespoke home that maintains a comfortable indoor temperature all year round — whether it’s a he

What do these three buildings have in common? They were all granted planning approval without any requirement for design changes, despite each being located in a highly sensitive planning context.   Knossington Passivhaus (Conservation Area), The Paddock House (outside a settlement boundary and adjacent to a Grade II listed building), and the Performing Arts and Dining Building at Lingfield College (Green Belt) each faced very different constraints. Yet all three secured cons

When people think of Passivhaus design, the stereotype is often a simple, box-like shape focused purely on efficiency. But Passivhaus doesn’t mean dull — it means smarter, more thoughtful design that works for you and your site. A perfect case in point is Anchorage Passivhaus in Wyre Piddle. This Certified Passivhaus shows that energy-efficient homes can be dynamic, expressive and beautifully tailored to their surroundings. Set on a steep riverside plot in a Conservation Area

In the summer of 2025, we partnered with Gillan Williams to capture the inspiring story behind Knossington Passivhaus — an exceptional home that sets a new benchmark for sustainable living. Join homeowners Karen and Tony as they share their remarkable journey, while our own Tim Carter reveals how careful planning, intelligent design, and expert detailing brought this ambitious project to life — balancing the exacting Passivhaus standards with the unique challenges of building

We were delighted to see our Knossington Passivhaus project completed not only in time for Christmas, but exactly as planned, allowing our wonderful clients to move in and enjoy the festive season in their new home. Through meticulous preparation and careful coordination, we brought this project to life while avoiding major pitfalls and setbacks. This approach enabled our clients to enjoy the journey and become involved wherever they wished. With an impressive EPC rating of 9

Anchorage may have been shortlisted for four different awards, but this doesn’t tell the story of the five year journey which embarked to create a Certified Passivhaus which was architecturally dynamic and elegant, breaking ‘boring’ Passivhaus stereotypes. Bringing to life a contemporary home within a traditional conservation area, on a steep riverside plot added layers of complexity, but ultimately elevated the outcome for our delighted clients. Watch our video to learn abou

Taking the first step in a building project can feel daunting, especially if you don’t yet know your architect or their process.  We’re dedicated to working tirelessly for our clients, designing and bringing to life spaces which are innovative, sustainable, and deeply aligned  with their vision for the future. Over the past few months, we’ve collaborated with Gillan Williams of Clarity Video to produce a video that shares our story, values, and what clients can expect when wo

It was a pleasure and an honour to be invited by Carl Brace to present to the planning officers and committee members at the Wychavon...

A home that’s comfortable all year round, with minimal energy bills? Let’s talk about how we can make it a reality for your project....

There are often pitfalls which prevent any building project from maximising its potential. We’ve assembled our top five, and how we...

Is it because it’s outside of the South Worcestershire settlement boundary - an approval granted in a position which typically wouldn’t...

We’ve always known Anchorage Passivhaus was a unique and exciting project; a contemporary, low-energy home set within a conservation...

Last week ended with a bang as we received Certification from the Passivhaus Institute (PHI) for our Anchorage project, a certificate...

It was brilliant to see so many new and familiar faces at both of our Passivhaus Open Days this weekend. Those who have visited the...

We are thrilled that our Knossington project is part of the Passivhaus Open Days 2025: Summer Edition. Knossington Passivhaus is under...

The Anchorage is a carefully crafted, innovative and pre-fabricated contemporary Passivhaus set in the heart of the Wyre Piddle...

This summer we are delighted to showcase two projects at the Passivhaus Open Days. Whether you are planning a Passivhaus project of your...

The journey is just beginning at Knossington Passivhaus. It’s not often that we see a garden sculpted before the house is built, but this...

We are super excited this week that Esme has joined our team as a part II architectural assistant. She will be working alongside Elias,...

The Anchorage Passivhaus is almost finished! After over four years of design, planning, and construction, we're thrilled to see this...