Richard’s Passivhaus Renovation Featured on Channel 4

Extraordinary Extensions Visits Richard Dudzicki's Passivhaus Home

As you may have already seen, Channel 4 recently featured RDA’s Richard Dudzicki, on their programme Extraordinary Extensions, hosted by none other than Tinie Tempah. It was a privilege to be featured on such an inspiring series that celebrates distinctive home transformations. 

As one of the top Passivhaus specialists in the UK, Richard was delighted to share his passion for sustainable design by inviting Tinie on-site in London, during the later stages of the project. 

Over the past six years, Richard and his wife Eva have transformed a 19th-century industrial workshop into an eco-friendly, family-friendly home that's four times more energy-efficient than typical new residential builds. Utilising several key principles of sustainable design, Richard demonstrates his true passion and commitment to living sustainably and responsibly. 

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As Richard and Eva explain in the show, they wanted to bring in as much light as possible to their modern industrial home. The combination of strategically placed triple glazed windows, skylights, and advanced insulation keeps their home at a perfect temperature all year round, without the need for traditional heating or gas. 

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Using breathable paint, they reduce the moisture and condensation in the building, helping to insulate their breathtaking home even further. There's nothing cold about their magnificent design, with a unique curved ceiling in their extension, warm tones, and bright accents. Every Passivhaus element works harmoniously for a cosy, warm, and relaxing feel. 

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Richard's dedication to the Passivhaus movement isn’t strictly a professional commitment, it’s a personal one as well. It’s also one that extends to our entire team and clients as we all work together towards a common goal; to take effective action in the fight against climate change. 

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RDA architects are devoted to innovative home design grounded in sustainable, science-backed solutions that deliver unexpected benefits to our clients. We design homes that express your priorities and vision on the inside while addressing the needs of the future on the outside. 

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As leaders in the Passivhaus movement in the UK, we embrace our role to push the building envelope, make more from less, solve complex problems, and use our expertise and experience to lead our clients to a better way of living. Eco bling and greenwashing aren't good enough; we want to help you design a home that fits your style, but is cleaner, and more energy efficient as well.

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If you're interested in Passivhaus design and would like to learn more about our sustainable residential architecture and interior design services, get in touch with us today. 

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