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SCOTTISH HOUSE: A REVIEW OF RECENT EXPERIENCE IN BUILDING INDIVIDUAL AND SMALL GROUPS OF HOUSES WITH A VIEW TO SUSTAINABILITY, THE USE OF TRADITIONAL AND NEW MATERIALS, AND INNOVATIVE DESIGN
CHAPTER THREE CASE STUDIES
CASE STUDY 1-
Ellieside Cottage
Lintmill, Buckie
Nick Brown - Architect/Owner
Summary of Innovative Design Features- Symbiotic relationship between restored cottage and garden.
- Ability of houses to function differently throughout the changing phases of family life.
Key Features of the Design which Contribute to Sustainability- Full use of local tradesmen.
- Locally sourced materials whenever possible.
Materials, Traditional and New, which were selected for their Health/Environmental Impact
- Natural materials: stone, slate, timber, lime/limewash, clay, zinc, tin.
- Eco-products: organic/mineral paints, cellulose insulation/breathing wall, chemical free timbers, ply cladding, Fillcrete I- beams, k-glazing.
- Recycled materials: brick, timbers, tiles, stone, kitchen/sanitary goods, doors.
- Cost was a major barrier to final selection of goods/materials - reed beds, insulation, solar panel.
Problems Encountered obtaining Planning and Building Control Approval
- Conscious decision to work with local plan led to 'safer' solution than desired.
- Early discussion indicated that composting toilet & recycling of grey water would be an issue with building control.
- Amount of glazing to south proved a concern.
- Energy consultant employed - maximum score of 100 was found.
Would Regulations/Procedures/ Guidance Benefit from being changed in any way?
- Sustainability needs to be put on planning/building control agenda, particular issues being: vapour barriers, chemical treatments, mechanical versus natural ventilation and insulation requirements.
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