JETArch Design

01/05/2025

With the sun shining this week we went to visit one of our orangery extensions in Wokingham. The extension was designed in a neo-classical style and replaced an old conservatory. The exterior cladding and windows were designed in partnership with Input Joinery and look fabulous.

13/12/2024

Now we are firmly within the winter months heading towards Christmas, our recent employee Sami Achouri has written our newest blog on Balancing Heritage and Efficiency: Can Passivhaus Standards Work for Period Homes?

JETArch Design works on a lot of listed buildings, conservation areas and properties built before the 20th century that need careful consideration when retrofitting, extending or converting, or reinsulating. It is important to retain the character of period properties and so converting these properties need expert guidance especially if the aim is to achieve Passivhaus Standards.
Can it be done? Sami's short blog provides a glimpse into this debate...

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 ach...