Luxury homes are synonymous with indulgence. With sprawling square footage, high-end finishes and customised amenities, they allow homeowners to live the good life every day. These properties often prioritise comfort, aesthetics and convenience over considerations like environmental impact. Yet in today’s world of climate change and resource scarcity, even luxury homes must find ways to ..read more

SKA rating is another way to prove the energy efficiency of your building. Read our latest blog to find out more. Since the UK declared a state of climate emergency in 2019, the construction industry has been tackling a countrywide endeavour to hit net zero by 2050. Here at Buildpass, we’ve talked many times about ..read more

Looking to reduce your home’s carbon footprint? Learn more about some of the most eco-friendly heating options by reading this handy guide from BuildPass ..read more

How do you prepare your home for the impact of unpredictable weather? Find out in our latest blog. Summer 2023 in the UK has been an unpredictable rollercoaster of weather, with the delightful sunshine one minute followed by unexpected downpours the next. These fluctuations in weather extend beyond atmospheric shifts – they hold substantial implications ..read more

Read our summary of Ramboll’s 2023 Sustainable Buildings Market Study. As the world races to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, the spotlight on sustainable solutions across all sectors intensifies. The built environment stands at the forefront of this movement, being the largest source of carbon emissions after surface transport. The science and statistics clearly show ..read more

On December 13 2023, the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) released the much anticipated consultation on the Future Homes Standard. The consultation focused on changes to Part 6, Part L and Part F of the building regulations for dwellings and non-domestic buildings, while seeking evidence on Part O. The concept behind the ..read more

In the ever-evolving landscape of building regulations and energy efficiency standards, at Buildpass we keep a close eye on the guidelines that shape how the construction industry works. A crucial turning point occurred when SAP 10 was introduced, representing a substantial revision that fundamentally altered our approach to addressing thermal bridging in building design. In ..read more

Building, renovating or refurbishing a home is an opportunity many property owners relish. Undertaking this type of home improvement project presents a prime opportunity to revitalise a space. It is a great time to make a home feel more inviting and improve its value with new designs and features that can make it more sustainable ..read more

Do you want to play your part in the green agenda and enjoy a more comfortable, financially viable home? Maybe you need a more energy efficient home. Residential properties contribute to almost a sixth of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions. This figure is substantial, and a reminder that we all have a part to play ..read more

Baffled by Part O of the Building Regulations? You aren’t alone. Here we explain what we really think about Building Regulations Part O (Overheating). There’s a lot of talk about Part O of the Building Regulations – talk that’s been going on for some time since it was first mentioned in December 2021. The apparent ..read more