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The benefit of energy independence
For self-builders, energy independence is no longer a ‘nice to have’ but instead is becoming essential. Recent global events have shown just how exposed our homes are to political events outside of our control: the ongoing conflict in the middle east has already driven sharp increases in oil and gas prices, with knock-on effects for UK households through rising energy bills. At Habitat+ Architects, we see Passivhaus as a direct response to this uncertainty. The approach is s

Tim Carter
Mar 252 min read


Quayside self-build progress update
We are thrilled to be working with Beattie Passive to bring this fantastic, ultra low energy, riverside Passivhaus to life.

Tim Carter
Jan 17, 20241 min read
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