Vaughan Road
The first PassivHaus development built in the heart of Exeter
Vaughan Road, in Whipton Village, was selected for a comprehensive development of modern apartments around a communal garden
These new homes were constructed to the highest environmental standards to reduce energy costs, create healthy homes, and be climate resilient. Over 65% of these homes were ‘affordable,’ with 60 homes available for social rent and shared ownership, prioritising local residents. A large central green space became the focal point of the scheme. All apartments were designed to enjoy a view of the shared landscaped gardens. The whole development was designed to Passivhaus standards, ensuring high sustainability and low energy use.
Involvement
- Developed the mechanical and electrical services design per the concept plan
- Provided Mechanical and Electrical information for planning, consultation, and tendering Mechanical Services, including heating, water, drainage, and ventilation
- Designed Electrical Services, including power, telecoms, lighting, fire detection, and security systems
- Completed a site utility design, negotiating capacity increases with minimal landscape impact
- Incorporated Passivhaus and Climate Ready principles and designed an external lighting scheme for safety and aesthetics.
Benefits delivered
- Advised Exeter City Living, Exeter City Council’s development company
- Coordinated services infrastructure with architecture and landscape
- Worked with Passivhaus and building biology consultants to integrate requirements into the M&E design
- Provided external lighting and SAP calculations.
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