U-values
What is a U-value? A U-value, also known as thermal transmittance, measures the rate of transfer of heat through 1m2 of a material or element (e.g. a wall, floor or roof). The units of measurement are W/m²K. Therefore, the higher
Our newest nearly completed passive house -the story so far….
Situated alongside the coast, this, our newest and nearly completed passive house, actively engages and enjoys its surroundings. The design celebrates breath-taking coastal views whilst sitting comfortably within the rugged West Cork landscape. The preliminary assessments of this contemporary take on
Basements in Low Energy Buildings
Issue 36 of Passive House Plus featured an article by John Morehead on the dangers of basements in low energy buildings, and the keys issues to avoid moisture and heating issues.
“Cork House Wins Standard in Sustainability” – The Irish Times
Our Cork City Passive House makes the headlines again with article in The Irish Times today!
… Echo … Echo … read all about it …!
If you didn't get your copy of last Wednesday's Evening Echo, you still have a chance to read the article on our Cork City Passive House here
Wain Morehead Architects are delighted to announce their new web enabled NSAI Approved Thermal Modelling Service
Wain Morehead Architects are delighted to now offer their web enabled NSAI Approved Thermal Modelling Service. WMA's new web enabled service allows users to upload their documentation, receive a quotation, and submit payment in a cost effective and timely manner.
International Passive House Open Day, November 11th, 2017
Book you place now on www.phai.ie ! The wonderful owners of our A1 rated West Cork Certified Passive House, have again, this year, agreed to open their doors to a limited number of visitors for this years International Passive House Open Day. This is a unique opportunity to experience first hand, the exceptional comfort a Passive House provides. The architects will be giving talks on passive house performance and on the new nZEB standards, where all new buildings must meet the nearly zero-energy standard
