Book Description
This Information Paper completes a four-part series that looks at the lessons learnt from the BRE Innovation Park concerning compliance with the Code for Sustainable Homes. It focuses on architecture, construction and material sourcing. The other parts deal with building fabric; energy sources, overheating and ventilation; water use, harvesting, recycling and drainage.
Pages: 8
Format: A4
Illustrations: 20 photos
Contents
The architecture of the dwellings
Sound insulation
Specification of low-energy-rated items
External durability
Secured by Design Documentation and construction
Method of construction
Conclusion
Lessons learnt
Further sources of information