Tours: 12 May and 13 May
Times: 10.30am, 12 noon, 2.00pm and 3.30pm
Barbara and Peter were keen to custom build a low impact contemporary house with ground floor living spaces, kitchen, living and dining rooms connected to garden. Light and space were very important considerations, and planners were supportive because it ‘enhances the local environment’.
- Case study (PDF) background, features and suppliers
- Cycle route (Cycle Streets website)
Key features:
- Passive solar gain
- High spec windows
- Underfloor heating
- Mechanical ventilation
- Heat recovery
- Air-sealed lobby
- Integrated environmental features
Eco homes • Info centres • Question time • Booking • Donate
Booking eco homes visits
Pre-booking is essential – to reserve your tours call 01223 301842
Booking lines are open 9am-6pm weekdays, 9am-1pm Saturdays
Donations
Open Eco Homes is organised by Cambridge Carbon Footprint and as a charity we rely on donations.
Your donation can make a real difference, and help us keep this informative and inspiring event free of charge.
Each eco homes visit costs the charity £5 per person per tour, and any contribution that you can make towards these costs is much appreciated. Donate now