Sustainability
We are dedicated to building sustainable properties, prioritising environmental responsibility at every step. We believe that constructing durable homes is fundamental to sustainability; by ensuring our buildings stand the test of time, we naturally minimise our environmental footprint. Additionally, we are devoted to advancing and applying environmentally sustainable practices that enhance both value and efficiency in our industry.
In London, we often focus on refurbishment and modification. This sustainable approach breathes new life into existing buildings, adapting them for 21st-century living and significantly extending their longevity.
For new developments, starting from the ground up allows us to incorporate sustainability from the very beginning. We carefully consider energy efficiency, insulation, advanced building techniques, and long-term durability in every design.
An example of our commitment to sustainable construction is our development at North West of Little Tew has been meticulously planned to meet the Passivhaus Standard—one of the most rigorous energy efficiency standards in the world.
Using the Passivhaus Planning Package (PHPP), we have ensured that the design of this home will significantly reduce energy consumption for heating and cooling. The building features outstanding levels of insulation in the walls, floors, roof, and windows, creating a highly energy-efficient structure. By making the house airtight and eliminating thermal bridges, we prevent heat loss and drafts, ensuring that the home remains cosy and efficient all year round.
A key feature of this design is the mechanical ventilation system with heat recovery (MVHR), which provides a constant flow of fresh air without wasting energy. This system not only improves air quality but also ensures the home is comfortable in all seasons, free from cold spots and overheating.
What’s more, we have integrated renewable energy technologies, allowing this home to achieve Passivhaus Premium status. This means that in addition to being highly energy-efficient, the home will generate much of its own energy, making it incredibly environmentally friendly and future-proof.
At Finchatton, we believe that sustainability and comfort go hand in hand. Our approach ensures that this home will not only lower energy bills and reduce its carbon footprint but also provide a healthier, more comfortable living environment for its residents—protected from drafts, condensation, and overheating.
This project was designed to set an example, showing that the principles of Passivhaus should be the norm, not a singular effort. We're committed to adopting these standards across all our future developments, driving sustainable design in every project we create.
The recently sold Millhanger Farmhouse is a perfect example of our approach to building original homes that will last a lifetime, whilst consciously integrating sustainable technologies.
Delivered in collaboration with RHB Partnership LLP, MEP consultants for the scheme, Millhanger Farmhouse uses renewable energy technologies to reduce its reliance on traditional energy sources.
It is clear that intuitive solutions like those outlined in the link below will become critical in building homes that are not only durable but also aligned with the evolving regulatory landscape.
With changes to systems and processes inevitable within the construction industry there is an opportunity to continue building projects that are both well designed and future proof.
A Finchatton development in the South Downs National Park is underway, aiming to significantly improve biodiversity and landscaping.
The new family home comes with a holistic consideration of conservation across the site, prioritising the enhancement of the landscape.
This includes new native tree planting in parkland areas to replace ageing specimens and increase long term resilience, alongside the conservation of veteran trees and careful management of woodlands to promote diversity and wildlife habitats such as deadwood stacks and nesting boxes.
Historic and ornamental gardens are being restored with native wildflowers and preserved fruit trees and the restoration of aquatic habitats, such as a silted ribbon pond, will further support ecological diversity across the site.