This is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to see the world’s first PassivHaus Plus retrofit project under construction.
Kit Knowles of ecospheric will lead you through:
- External tour focused on passive design principles, materials of construction and durability
- Internal tour - Review ongoing construction methodologies with an eye to smart detailing
- Discussion/questions - Review mistakes and learnings record to build a comprehensive list of tips and hints
Please take a look at this link for more information behind the philosophy and the project aims:
The Project Team
Developers
Kit & Ellie Knowles, Ecospheric Developments
Sustainability consultant
Kit Knowles, Ecospheric Ltd
Architecture
Chris Rodgers & Umayr Azam, Guy Taylor Associates
Contractor
Bogdan Tomaszewicz & Marek Puscian, 108 Builders
Kitchen designer
Diane Berry, Diane Berry Kitchen
Timings: meet at 11.45 for a 12pm start.
PPE: attendees need to bring their own hi-vis and hard hat. Site boots aren't necessary.
Travel: There is a tram stop within about 5 minutes walking distance, this is the "Chorlton" stop. The Chorlton bus station is also within about 5 minutes walking distance. There is free on-street parking on both this and surrounding streets, so parking is possible although it can get busy at times.
What did attendees say about previous Site Visits?
"Great! Educational! Great to see theory in practice in three dimensions and by the people doing it."
"Interesting to see practical application of green materials"
"Very useful to see in-part construction"
"Great to see the green insulation products in the flesh and being able to ask installers questions directly"
Numbers are limited so early booking is strongly advised.
Chorlton-cum-Hardy
Manchester, M21 8TH
United Kingdom
| Members | £10.00 |
| Non-Members | £19.00 |
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