Work will shortly start on site with the creation of a highly sustainable and contemporary design of a new house in Rodborough. The site affords stunning views across the valley located at the edge of Rodborough. The three storey dwelling provides a ground floor living arrangement to accommodate future wheelchair use, with a terrace to the rear to enjoy the southerly views across the surrounding landscape. The split level design includes a basement which provides access to the garden, while the top floor has its own inset roof terrace.
Exemplary levels of insulation minimize the heating requirement. This is supported by a MVHR system (Mechanical ventilation heat recovery system) which recycles and extracts warmth from the internal atmosphere while filtering and removing stale air, maintaining a healthier and constant year-round air quality. This reduces the long term heating requirement, whereby there is a reduced demand to the heat pump as it can operate at a lower temperature. The heat pump is powered by photovoltaics panels located on the south facing pitched roof. The panels can also be used to charge electrical vehicles and warm hot water creating a future proofed and self sustaining property.
