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Dwelle is coming to Greenbuild Expo
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Manchester architect to build centre for carbon literacy at Greenbuild Expo
By editor | 12 May, 2011
Ric said: “Our system aims to encourage high quality sustainable living. The idea came about as we wanted to create small dwellings that could easily be adapted for a range of uses. We originally created ‘sheds for living’ and then re-branded them as Dwelle.”
The fully working micro buildings aim to be zero carbon and meet Passivhaus standards. “We will erect the main structure of the building and fit it out over two days in the exhibition hall, then present it on the third day when the show opens. As well as showcasing the design, the components and materials used, it will also launch as a centre for carbon literacy," Ric added.
When Greenbuild Expo closes, the building will be taken to its new home opposite Platt Fields in Rusholme. Eastlands Homes and Cooler Projects CIC will develop a programme to assist residents to understand how to reduce their energy and carbon footprint. They are currently modernising six of their towers to make them more energy efficient and want to empower their residents – as part of their move to meet their Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC).
Home Dwelle.ing will be the centre for this new initiative located adjacent to Platt and Worsley Courts in Rusholme – managed by Eastlands Homes.
Greenbuild Expo 2011 and Ignition11 take place on 29th and 30th June at Manchester Central. For free registration visit www.greenbuildexpo.co.uk .
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