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