Design Features of the New Building:

• Good insulation specifications - under floor, cavity walls and ceilings.
• Double glazed using 'k glass' giving equivalent of triple glazing thermal performance.
• Building construction designed to minimise draughts.
• Efficient condensing gas boiler for central heating with thermostatic radiator valves.
• Low energy light bulbs specified throughout.
• Water saving 'percussion' type taps fitted to wash basins.
• Dual flush water saving toilets fitted.
• Super-efficient hot water storage tanks.
• Photo-voltaic tiles built into roof capable of generating up to 1.92 kW.
• Provision for a wind turbine to be fitted to the south gable end, subject to planning permission, to generate up to 1.25 kW.