AND THE EARTH MOVED…
Work continues apace on another of OakenStone’s new build projects – this one in the Amber Valley. Having demolished the old bungalow which previously occupied
Category: High performance homes
Low Carbon Heating for an Isolated Rural Home
Finding the most appropriate solution to a building’s energy requirements, balancing upfront costs, running costs, practicality and site suitability is an increasingly complex challenge. New
The Airtightness Test
Airtightness It’s always an exciting moment when we test the airtightness of a new home. All the time and expertise OakenStone invest in the design
Timber Frame and SIP in bespoke Self Build homes
Building for the Future Here at OakenStone we want to make high performing buildings, fit for the present and the future. Increasing concerns about the
Mechanical Ventilation and Heat Recovery
Mechanical Ventilation and Heat Recovery (MVHR) is a ventilation system which extracts moist, stale air from your home’s bathrooms and kitchen areas, and replaces it
Special Moments
The Glade – The first window goes in revealing a sumptuous view of this secret corner of Darley Dale . . . Another special moment
BRINGING AN OLD BUILDING BACK TO LIFE
It takes real craftsmanship and expertise to rescue a derelict agricultural barn, whilst respecting and preserving the character of the original building. Using the original
Consruction is Underway
Construction is well under way on this super-insulated, near Passiv standard home nestled in a quiet corner of Darley Dale. Traditional materials combined with modern
The Home that Time Forgot
Time seems to have stood still at the end of this long lane in a secret location in the Derbyshire Dales where OakenStone are working
Planning Success!
OakenStone Design Planning Build won unanimous approval for our low carbon, innovative design. Derbyshire Dales District Council Planning Committee gave detailed consideration to our design