Self build eco houses in the Field of Dreams, Findhorn Foundation
Over the last five years or so the green building movement in the UK has gone from being fringe to mainstream. Architects, builders and suppliers are falling over each other to declare their green credentials.
Self builders have something of a tradition of trying out new and emerging techniques, not least with green technology.
This site is aimed at UK self builders who want to incorporate green features into their project. The range spans small home improvement jobs right through to communal self build.
The government has stated its intention that by 2016 all new homes shall be zero carbon. This will be a huge challenge to anyone building a house, given the present low level of commitment, expertise and skill within the building industry.
Self build can mean many things to many people - from doing every last detail yourself through to commissioning an architect to achieve what you want. Whichever way, this web site assumes that there is an imperative to reduce energy usage, protect natural habitats, reduce pollution and increase the quality of living.
The order of the menus follows the self build sequence, from having bold ideas all the way through to moving in.
