Energy Efficiency & Sustainability

The dwelling units are very energy efficient and built to Code Level 4 of the Code for Sustainable Homes, the UK’s environmental impact rating system. Effectively, this means that the apartment and house structures have to be airtight to maximize heating efficiency and to meet the rigorous acoustic standards demanded by the code.

Thermal and Acoustic Performance

The Elcon structure is well suited for Code 4 as concrete possesses extremely good thermal mass properties. This helps the buildings to be warm in winter yet cool in summer. Additionally, the natural high density of concrete means that it is also highly resistant to the passage of airborne sound. These properties, when considered with Elcon’s fully grouted jointing system, make for an extremely airtight structure. Tenants and homeowners alike have experienced a new level of quietness and lower energy bills.

Manufacturing & Construction

The Elcon wall panels were made at the TeamHomes manufacturing facility in Bow, just 3 miles from the project site. Some 1,400 `L’ shaped and flat panels are required for the project, together with 12,000m² of prestressed precast flooring. The precast structure was erected in 20 weeks.