Major UK Passivhaus scheme get go-ahead

Passivhaus

Norwich-based architect Ingleton Wood has achieved reserved matters planning approval for what is believed to be the largest scheme in the UK designed to Passivhaus principles. It is for 250 riverfront apartments at Carrow Quay in Norwich, designed on behalf of local housing association Broadland Housing Group, which has recently completed its first rural Passivhaus scheme in north Norfolk.

Ingleton Wood’s planning consultants have negotiated some flexibility in the planning approval as to how a fabric-first approach can be achieved through construction.

The scheme comprises three apartment blocks from five to nine storeys high. They are linked at ground level by a podium deck housing a mix of offices, community space, car parking and residential entrances.

Ingleton Wood’s architects have worked closely with German Passivhaus experts Herz-Lang GmbH to develop the principles of the building’s thermal envelope.

Related links:
Related articles:



modbs tv logo

Rinnai UK launches applied products division

Rinnai is launching a new division - Rinnai Applied - which will be dedicated to the design, supply and service of larger HVAC units and systems that will meet the specific heating, ventilation, air conditioning and hot water demands of commercial and industrial premises.

Engineering services alliance welcomes government consultation on retentions and late payments

Actuate UK, the engineering services alliance, has welcomed the new government consultation on reforming cash retentions and taking legislative measures against late payments to small businesses, as part of the new Small Business Plan unveiled on 31st July 2025.