Passivhaus Services: Two Easy Options for Ownership

We’ve adapted our services to suit the needs of homebuilders. By simplifying the route towards Passivhaus with two straight-forward options, we’re able to deliver exactly what you need. Whether you prefer turnkey or taking charge, Coldwells Build is the ideal partner. 

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Coldwells Build

A comprehensive turnkey package for a ready-to-move into Coldwells Build Passivhaus. Pick from our range and we’ll manage the build from start to finish. Leave the heavy lifting to us. 

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Location: North East Scotland

You Build

An economical option suited to self-builders. Select your Coldwells Build Passivhaus and we’ll manage planning permission, manufacture, delivery and assembly. We hand it over fully finished externally and leave the interior to you. 

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Location: UK Wide

Coldwells Build vs You Build – Who Does What?

To help you decide between our Coldwells Build or You Build service, we’ve itemised each stage of the construction process.

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The designs look bespoke

The overall aesthetic is very appealing and the designs look bespoke rather than mass-produced. We had plenty of help in choosing which one was right for our needs to ensure the build fitted in with its natural environment.

Clients: Lauren & Luke Cammaert-Norris | Building the Argyle Passivhaus

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Bite-size answers to your important Passivhaus questions. 

What is Passivhaus?

A quick walk-through from Coldwells Build founder, Ross Booth. Here, he explains how we use the Passivhaus standard to build and deliver the world's most energy-efficient, healthy homes.

How It Works

Passivhaus Is Future-Proof

Founder Clare Booth gives insight about why building a Passivhaus now is a smart move. With upcoming net-zero legislation changes ahead of us, investing now will save you money and ensure you stay one step ahead.

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Passivhaus Experts

Our team is fully trained in Passivhaus construction. As a compact family-run business, we are committed to building homes to world-leading standards. In this short video, founders Clare and Ross Booth explain the importance of keeping the process in-house.

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Does Passivhaus Cost More?

Our director, Clare Booth, addresses the initial cost differences and explores the long-term savings and benefits of the Passivhaus standard.

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The Founders

Founders Clare and Ross Booth share how their people-centred approach and compact Aberdeenshire team are united in their mission to build outstanding homes with a positive environmental legacy.

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Passivhaus: Explained

An introduction to the Passivhaus standard — what it is, how it works and the steps you can take to achieve it in your new home.

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Passivhaus: Explained

An introduction to the Passivhaus standard — what it is, how it works and the steps you can take to achieve it in your new home.

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