Designed Efficient

The right choices for you and the planet

Each development brochure outlines specific Designed Efficient details.

• 1. Timber frame construction
  1.

  Timber frame construction

  Multiple benefits

  

  Speed of build means homes are wind and watertight within
  

  2 days

  

  Reduced energy costs as insulation results in no heat loss with savings of up to 50%

  

  Green construction material uses 20% less energy

  to process timber, is environmentally friendly, and ensures every harvested tree is replaced.
• 2. Thermally efficient insulation
  2.

  Thermally efficient insulation

  A high-performance specification enhances insulation with an excellent U-Value (measure of heat escaping through material), reducing heat loss for greater energy efficiency - keeping warmth in while lowering costs and emissions.

  

  Glass mineral wool insulation in timber walls minimises air movement, cuts heat loss, and absorbs sound.

  A thermo-insulating breather membrane enhances thermal performance while protecting external walls during and after construction.

  

  Ground floor and roof insulation deliver exceptional energy efficiency, exceeding building regulations for a warmer, more sustainable home.
• 3. High quality windows & door
  3.

  High quality windows & door

  Sustainably manufactured at Munster Joinery using green energy from wind turbines and biomass CHP power, with robust recycling and water treatment practices. This specification ensures both energy efficiency and modern comfort.

  

  Double glazed uPVC windows marry style and the best technology providing high performance with class.

  

  Composite entrance doors with the natural beauty of hardwood frames deliver signature definition and energy performance to your home.
• 4. Renewable PV solar panels
  4.

  Renewable PV solar panels

  Harvest the sunshine with modules that offer high output power

  

  Each low profile roof is integrated with a minimum of 5 black solar panels^* determined by number and orientation to achieve an A energy rating.

  ^*Development specific - please reference individual brochures.

  

  System increases efficiency of home and produces electricity even on a cloudy day.

  Save up to
  £500/year
  on electricity^*

  ^*energy provider tariff dependent

  

  Solis Mini Series Inverter green energy device converts the energy from solar panels into electricity for your home.
• 5. Smart Heating Control System
  5.

  Smart Heating Control System

  Ember PS system

  

  Ember PS system and app is convenient, comfortable and cost effective

  

  Free app for multiple users

  

  Control your heating system using the app anywhere and anytime, whether at home or abroad from a mobile phone.

  

  WiFi ready RF thermostat
  (electronic sensors communicates with boiler to provide ideal room temperature).

  

  Ability to control multiple homes, boost, change schedules, holiday mode, more and more…
• 6. Green
  mortgage
  6.

  Green mortgage

  Green mortgages offer incentives, such as lower interest rates or cash-back, for purchasing new energy efficient homes.

  

  Require homes to have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating (often A or B), our homes do.

  

  Benefits include lower rates due to reduced heating and electricity needs due.

  

  Aligns with government initiatives to promote sustainable housing and reduce carbon emissions.