We received planning permision back in April, but have been distracted by the wood burner and bathroom installations, not to mention being busy with work. To acheive the energy target, the devil will be in the detail. And there’s a lot of details to do! Every junction and assembly needs detailing, which needs to be done for tender and for Building Regulations approval. I need help!

When I gave a lecture at CAT recently, I was introduced to Ruairi Kay – a name that was familiar to me. I realised that I knew Ruairl by correspondence through work. Ruairi and his new business associate, architect Emma Taylor were just setting up their new practice Taylor Kay Architects. Both have experience in low energy and Passivhaus design and also with retrofit.

After a good chat about the project, I decide to appoint Ruairi and Emma to continue the drawing details and to work with me to develop the specification. I will do the services drawings for electrical, heating, hot and cold water, and ventilation