Taylor
Lane Timber Frame has completed phase two of Elmsbrook, an eco-development by
A2 Dominion, in Bicester, Oxfordshire.
Working
with main contractor, Hill, the Hereford-based timber frame specialist supplied
and erected its 140mm timber frame system, pre-insulated with 100mm PIR, for 73
houses.
Battens, vapour control layer (VCL) and insulation
were also supplied, helping to achieve an overall u-value of 0.14 W/m2K.
Timber
frame construction was the build method of choice due to its environmental
credentials, speed of construction and accuracy.
As an exemplar development for contemporary
sustainable living, the thermal performance and CO2 cost of timber were also key considerations.
Part
of a plan to build 6,000 new homes in North West Bicester, Elmsbrook will
comprise 393 homes; the two, three, four and five bedroom homes will benefit
from the latest eco-technologies including solar PV panels. The local
centre will include a primary school, shops, and a community centre. An
eco-business centre will also offer opportunities for local businesses and
entrepreneurs.
Once
complete, 30% of the houses will be offered as affordable housing. There
will be zero emissions from each property and 40% of the development will be
open, green space.
