The first ‘Certified Passivhaus Tradesmen’ have graduated in Germany this week and the course materials are to be translated into English later this year.  The Passive House Institute is looking for potential course providers.  This is an exciting step in the right direction to narrow the performance gap and produce high quality buildings which are essential to effectively reducing our carbon emissions.

For information on how Jim Miller Design can assist with your Passivhaus project please get in touch.

This Saturday the 15^th October sees the return of the Eco Energy Fair event at the Brighthelm Centre in Brighton showcasing 20 local organisations alongside a day of talks covering wind farms, energy consumption, the Green Deal and Planning.  See the website for more details.

For more information on how renewables might integrate into your project please get in touch.

An exciting sustainable renovation by Jim Miller Design of an Edwardian house in the Queen’s Park conservation area in Brighton has been featured in the October issue of Sussex Life.  The ‘My Space’ section has a double page spread offering a flavour of the project or you can see more on the website

One for the diary, Saturday 15^th October sees the return of the Eco Energy Fair event at the Brighthelm Centre in Brighton with eco stalls and some interesting speakers.  See the website for more details.

For more information on how renewables might integrate into your project please get in touch

Lots of exciting green renovations and new builds to wander round, starting on Thursday this week, the 8^th September until Sunday 11^th.  See the website for more details.

If you’re not yet aware of the Open Door event running in Brighton and Hove between 8 -11 September then you’re missing a fantastic opportunity to visit some amazing locations not normally open to the public.  The website suggests there are still places on the tour of the Masonic Lodge in Brighton but this is just one of over a 100 events ranging from grand houses, talks and even the chance to visit Brighton’s magnificent sewers!

Brighton Permaculture Trust have just launched a nifty little one day course aimed at anyone who wants to make their home warmer, healthier and cheaper to run.  Open to everyone including home owners, landlords, builders and architects, participants will learn about practical changes they can make to their homes, ranging from DIY projects to major alterations.

The course has been designed by Mischa Hewitt (of Brighton Earth Ship fame) who is well placed to run such an event, ensuring everyone should get a huge amount from the day.

Anyone considering anything more than a small project may wish to take advantage of a free consultation with a sustainable architectural practice.

This Saturday, the 27^th of September, sees the launch of Nigel’s Eco Market, a brand new event in the calendar for Brighton and Hove.

There promises to be a plethora of eco wonders including upcycled furniture, refashioned jewellery and even a pop up vintage tea shop selling delicious homemade food.

Jim Miller from Jim Miller Design Ltd and David Porter from Efficient Refurbs will be there promoting sustainable buildings and answering your questions on all matters Green.  There will be samples galore and one lucky winner will receive a free Home Energy Report.  You can also book a free Home Energy Survey or a free Architectural Consultation to discuss your renovation, extension or new build.  Have you heard about the government’s Green Deal plans yet?

The event is free so there’s no excuse not to pop along!