House Planning Help Podcast
HPH335 : Designing an intentional community - with Anne Thorne
Sep 27, 2023
Architectural designer Anne Thorne discusses the architectural design process of Cannock Mill Cohousing community, highlighting the importance of consulting with people and focusing on environmentally friendly materials. They explore the concept of co-housing as an intentional community, the challenges of finding a suitable site, and the technical details of timber frame construction. The chapter also discusses the design choices, functionality, and benefits of living in a passive house community.
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Quick takeaways
- The Canak Mill co-housing project achieved passive house standards and reduced fuel bills through careful architectural design and planning.
- Community engagement and shared decision-making processes foster deep connections, trust, and understanding among residents in co-housing projects.
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Designing a Co-Housing Scheme
Architect Anne Thorne discusses the design and development of a co-housing scheme called Canak Mill. The project aimed to create an intentional community where residents can live independently while also enjoying shared spaces and facilities. The houses were designed to lifetime home standards, with generous sizes and accessibility features. Window and door installation proved to be a challenge, as finding experienced contractors familiar with passive house requirements was difficult. Nevertheless, the project successfully achieved passive house standards and significantly reduced fuel bills for residents.
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