Passivhaus Build Knowledge Base

To support our face-to-face Self-Build Academy courses and events, we have developed an extensive knowledge base to guide you on your self-build journey.

The articles below discuss the eight stages of building a Passivhaus property, with commentary from Self Build Director Paul Newman, Project Manager Brent Ackerman and Architect Rory Bergin from HTA Design LLP.

This project resulted in the proud achievement of the Elsworth show home — the UK's first permanent show home built to Passivhaus standard.

Elsworth Show Home

Our Elsworth SHow Home build to Passivhaus standard is now open to the public in Cambridgeshire.

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Part 1 - Building a Passive House (Passivhaus)

Here’s everything you need to know about what a Passivhaus is and what building one involves.

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Potton Elsworth Show Home Passivhaus Render CGI

Part 2: The Passivhaus Homes Myth-Busting Guide

Architect Rory Bergin from HTA Design LLP dispels some common myths about Passivhaus homes.

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Part 3: The Details Behind Passive House (Passivhaus) Construction

Project Manager Brent Ackerman discusses Passivhaus construction details and what some of the challenges are.

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Part 4: The Passivhaus Foundation

Project Manager Brent Ackerman discusses the various factors to consider when building a Passivhaus foundation.

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Potton's Elsworth show home during construction using Kingspan SIPs

Part 5: Superstructure

Project Manager Brent Ackerman explains what superstructure is and the various stages of building the Elsworth show home.

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Part 6: How to Build an Airtight House

Project Manager Brent Ackerman explains why attention to detail and careful planning is required to achieve a smooth and compliant build.

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Part 7: Getting the Details Of Your Passivhaus Design Right

Self-Build Director Paul Newman shares the lessons learned from this late stage of the build.

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Potton Elsworth Show Home Open-Plan Living

Part 8: The Final Stages of Building a Passive House (Passivhaus)

With the finishing line in sight, Self-Build Director Paul Newman explains the key decisions behind the final touches to Potton’s Passivhaus.

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Visit our Passivhaus show home

Our Elsworth show home opened September 2016 and was built using the Kingspan TEK Building System. It is the UK's first show home built to Passivhaus standard and is open to the public. Visit our show centre page for more information.

Open Tues-Fri 9-5 & Saturday 10-4

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