Our climate is changing, we need to improve the energy efficiency of our buildings – drastically. Many people have heard of the ultra-low-energy standard Passivhaus – but did you know…
Elmer Passivhaus, a sustainable passivhaus home, designed by Ruth Butler, is now completed and the owners have settled into their new eco-friendly home. The design features an upside-down house, with…
Ruth Butler Architects recently featured in the RIBA website Architecture.com in their article How practices will get to net zero by 2030: “We need to provide leadership,” states architect Ruth Butler.…
The Passivhaus Standard is an international, rigorous, scientific, performance standard for the design and construction of energy efficient buildings. It applies to all kinds of buildings, not just houses. It…
Hampshire Passivhaus recently welcomed Gillian Keegan, Conservative MP for Chichester and Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group for UN Sustainable Goals. Gillian is passionate about the environment and tackling…
You are invited to visit Hampshire Passivhaus, in Emsworth, Hampshire as part of International Passivhaus Open Days 2019. We are open: Saturday 9th November - tours at 11am and 2pm…
Elmer Passivhaus, a self-build house only 50m from the beach in West Sussex, is nearing completion. A self-build from scratch, it’s a great way to get a house that’s tailored…
Hampshire Passivhaus has been shortlisted in the Timber Technology Category in the Offsite Construction Awards. About the Offsite Construction Awards The awards celebrate the best in precision building design and…
Ruth will be holding a talk at The Spring, Havant's vibrant arts and heritage centre, on 28th March 2019. Entitled, Hampshire's Passivhaus, Ruth will talk about the design and build of…
Elmer Passivhaus reaches a milestone as superstructure is 100% complete. The superstructure comprises a 300mm twin-stud timber frame with cellulose insulation (75-85% recycled paper fibre, usually post-consumer waste newsprint). Airtightness is provided by…