Book a 1:1 consultation with us at this year’s Homebuilding & Renovating Show on 10-11th May 2025 at the SEC, Glasgow.
We will be at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show on 10–11 May 2025, taking place at the SEC in Glasgow.
Join us at Stand F118 to explore our range of prefabricated Passivhaus homes and discover how we’re shaping the future of sustainable, energy-efficient living.
• Doors open at 10am each day
• Register now for free tickets or purchase on the day
This event is your chance to connect directly with our Passivhaus specialists—from our certified designers and tradespeople to our expert costing team.
Get a personal consultation for tailored advice on your self-build. Spaces are limited, so schedule your slot in advance.
Scotland is moving full speed toward its 2045 net-zero target, and housing is at the heart of that transformation. As part of this nationwide shift, the Scottish Government plans to adopt a "Scottish equivalent" of the Passivhaus standard—raising expectations for energy efficiency across all new homes.
New building standards are expected in 2026, with compliance becoming mandatory by 2028. This means that all self-builds, custom homes and social housing will need to meet this new, Passivhaus-equivalent standard of energy performance.
Choosing to build to the Passivhaus standard now means more than just getting ahead of the new legislation—it’s about future-proofing your home for the long term. With no need for future upgrades—no boiler replacements, no extra insulation—you’ll enjoy a home that’s warm, comfortable and affordable to run from day one.
And the market is already catching on. Passivhaus homes are commanding a premium of 5–15%, thanks to their exceptional energy performance. As buyers become more energy-conscious, older, inefficient properties are expected to lose value, while energy-efficient homes like Passivhaus will only grow in demand.
At Coldwells Build, we've brought together Scotland's leading Passivhaus architects, certified Passivhaus tradespeople and our costing team - all under one roof.
From day one, we work together - with you at the centre of every conversation about design and material choices, to buildability and sticking to your budget.
You'll have direct access to every expert involved in your project and full visibility on construction costs every step of the way.
This means there's no budget blowouts. There's no last-minute surprises. Just clarity, control and confident progress.
Stop by our stand to explore the Coldwells Build Passivhaus Panel, the core component of our high-performance homes.
Typically the wall, roof and floor elements in a Passivhaus should aspire to a U-value between 0.10 W/m².K to 0.15 W/m².K. The Coldwells Build Passivhaus Panel eclipses this, with a market-leading U-value ranging from 0.085 W/m2.K to 0.09W/m2.K.
We’ll show you exactly how our panels are constructed and assembled—so you can see firsthand what makes a Coldwells Build Passivhaus exceptional.
Don’t miss us at Stand F118, 10–11 May 2025, SEC Glasgow
Get your free Homebuilding & Renovating Show tickets here.
A trained communicator, Clare co-founded Coldwells Build with the aim of improving consumer experience within the construction process. Working previously as a television director and journalist, she understands more than most, about the power of detail, organisation and timing.
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