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CASE STUDIES 20


Converts to the Passivhaus way The completion of one couple’s project has brought joy


and a sense of achievement, delivering more living space, greater energy efficiency and a comfortable environment to suit their needs.


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An auspicious decision When James and Amy Savage moved from Hong Kong to


Wiltshire, they took a chance on a poorly converted byre, transforming it into a unique, futureproofed home.


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A highland hideaway For many self-builders, the prospect of a steep sloping site


surrounded by the inaccessible Scottish Highlands might feel overwhelming, but for Suzanne and Mark McPhillips, it was a chance to put their experience as architectural designers to good use.


CONTENTS MARCH/APRIL 2025 PRODUCTS


FINANCE & INSURANCE


STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS Timber


BUILDING ENVELOPE Doors & Windows Glass & Glazing


HEATING, VENTILATION & SERVICES INSULATION


INTERIORS Bathrooms Kitchens


Stairs & Staircases


SAFETY, SECURITY & SMART HOMES Bollards


Smart Homes


LANDSCAPING & EXTERNAL SURFACES Decking


OUTDOOR LIVING 28 27


28 29


35 36


38 38 37


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