As spring moves into summer, things are feeling energised at Greenheart. There’s a strong mix of projects completing, new starts gathering momentum, and plenty more moving through design, planning and tender stages.

We currently have two in-progress ‘deep green’ retrofit/extension completion, and we’ve observed a number of similarities between the two.

The team is nearing planning submission for their first project: two sustainable Passivhaus homes designed for families and energy efficiency. Balancing strict standards with neighborhood sensitivity, the scheme showcases that Passivhaus can be practical and appealing, with completion targeted for 2026.

We were initially approached by the Clients for Winsley Rd, to look at a different plot in Somerset which they were interested in buying. That sale didn’t progress, but when they found the site in Bradford upon Avon, got back in touch and we began working with them on a concept design.

We are now on site making initial preparations for the construction of a new in-house designed, certified Passivhaus home in Sutton Benger. 

Honouring the past helps us shape the future, and with our 25th anniversary on the horizon, now felt like the perfect moment to revisit where it all began, with a catch-up with our Co-Founders.

After seven dedicated years at Greenheart, our Finance Director, Lisa Grizell, has moved on to explore new opportunities.

This Spring has been very busy for us at Greenheart, bringing a new energy (and a few new faces) to the team, along with exciting progress across our live projects.

We’re currently in the process of undertaking the technical design, costing and project planning for an EnerPHit conversion of a beautiful, listed barn near Bath.

We were incredibly saddened to hear of the recent death of all-round, timber-technology superstar Charley Brentnall.

After 20 years of gradually outgrowing our office space (fondly referred to as “The Cave”), we’ve taken over the top floor of the building from Jeremy of S2 Architects, who’s continuing to work from home in semi-retirement.

Completing a build project might be the end of one journey, but for our clients it’s the beginning of another, even more important one. Our thanks to Clive, our wonderful client at Eastrip Lane, for contributing this piece which discussed life after Greenheart left site.