Balancing Heritage and Efficiency: Can Passivhaus Standards Work for Period Homes?

As we approach the pinnacle of the winter months, many of us who cherish the character of our period properties are at a loss when reading about the highly energy efficient offerings of a Passivhaus construction with incredibly low heating bills. Discover the realities of retrofitting – what’s achievable, what’s not, and the compromises involved in preserving heritage whilst considering taking a step towards a Passivhaus standard home.