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High-performance homes. Lower energy demand.
An energy-efficient home isn't created by adding technology. It starts with how you build it.
At Urban Eco Homes, our approach to high-performance construction begins with the building fabric. We specialise in Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF), combining it with carefully designed insulation, airtightness, ventilation, heating and renewable-energy systems to create homes that use less energy while providing exceptional levels of comfort.
ICF • AIRTIGHTNESS • MVHR • HEAT PUMPS • SOLAR
A smarter, more comfortable way to live
Before deciding how to heat a home, we believe you should first consider how to stop that heat escaping. ICF construction uses lightweight interlocking insulating forms to create the external walls of the building. Reinforced concrete is poured within the forms, which remain permanently in place as part of the completed wall.
The result is a highly insulated, incredibly strong building structure with excellent potential for airtightness and reduced thermal bridging.
Thermal performance
High level of insulation and careful detailing help maintain a stable, comfortable temperature all year around.
Airtightness
A well-sealed building envelope reduces uncontrolled air leakage and heat loss.
Reduced heat loss
Minimising thermal bridges and using high-performance systems keeps more heat where it belongs which is inside.
Indoor comfort
Consistent temperatures, cleaner air and fewer drafts create healthier, more comfortable living spaces.
Long-term efficiency
Lower energy demand can help reduce running costs and future-proofs your home for a changing climate.
The building envelope
A high performance building envelope is the foundation of a low energy home. It combines insulation, airtightness, quality windows and careful detailing to minimise heat loss and maximise comfort.
IZODOM insulated construction systems
We use IZODOM insulated concrete form (ICF) systems to create a highly insulated, durable and energy-efficient structure. These systems combine insulation and solid concrete for excellent thermal performance and long-term resilience.
Delivered in partnership with Econekt
We work with Econekt to supply IZODOM systems and provide technical support throughout the project, from specification to installation. This collaboration helps ensure your home is built to a high standard, with the right expertise at every stage.
The construction journey
A clear, collaborative process from concept to completion.
1. Design Review
We assess your project, discuss your goals and explore the best low energy solution for your home.
2. System specification
We specify the right IZODOM system and building envelope details for your project.
3. Technical coordination
We work with your architect, structural engineer and suppliers to ensure a finely detailed design.
4. Installation
The system is installed by trained teams, following best practice and manufacturer guidance.
5. Quality checks
We carry out checks throughout construction to ensure the building envelope performs as designed.
Compatible renewable technologies
The best energy is the energy your home doesn't need. A conventional approach often starts by asking, 'How do we heat this house?' We start with a different question: 'How little heating can we make this house need?'
By combining ICF with high-performance windows and doors, considered orientation, careful junction detailing, reduced thermal bridging and high levels of airtightness, we can significantly reduce heat loss. Once we've reduced the demand, we design the technology around what the building actually needs.
Air source heat pumps
An efficient, low-carbon way to heat your home.
Underfloor heating
Provides even, comfortable warmth at lower temperatures.
Mechnical ventilation with heat recovery
Delivers fresh, filtered air while recovering heat.
Solar photovoltaic
Generates clean, renewable electricity for your home.
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