The latest details of the 34 spacious new Passivhaus homes at Duncombe Square have been revealed.
Those who have already expressed an interest in the homes can now have a clearer idea of the layout, interiors and details of these homes designed by prize-winning architects Mikhail Riches.
Built in stylish terraces, the generously-sized apartments and houses have traditional brickwork with a contemporary twist blending, and render and clay tile finishes.
Internal features include exposed softwood staircases, oak-veneer window sills and shutters. The kitchens are fully-fitted with high-quality Howden’s units, Silestone worktops and integrated appliances.
Duncombe Square’s 34 homes are built to the rigorous Passivhaus standard; widely considered to be the world’s leading standard for energy-efficient homes. Supporting that are electricity-generating solar PV panels on roofs and low-energy air source heat pumps which work alongside high levels of insulation. Inside are mechanical ventilation heat recovery systems to keep air continually filtered and fresh and triple-glazed windows to maintain a comfortable ambient temperature and reduce heat loss.
To create a safe, welcoming environment for all residents, cars are kept off the streetscape to make the neighbourhood a cleaner, quieter and safer place. In its shared green spaces and ginnels, people take priority: children can play and neighbours can meet and build a community in shared green spaces.
Prices for the shared ownership and market sale homes will be announced shortly before the homes are released for sale.
Cllr Michael Pavlovic, Executive Member for Housing at City of York Council, said:
This is our first ever Passivhaus development and Duncombe Square is looking to be an exceptional addition to the city’s housing. This is reflected in the tremendous interest we’ve had from people eligible for shared ownership and for the market sale homes.
“The homes’ prices must reflect the market and maximise receipts to enable us to invest in building more much-needed social housing. The new homes for social rent at Duncombe Square will be allocated shortly and will be an important addition to Council housing in the city.”
Cllr Jenny Kent, Executive Member for Environment at City of York Council, said:
Being Passivhaus ensures residents will have consistent indoor temperatures all year round, significantly reducing the need for heating and cooling - and yes, you can open the windows! This means long-term cost savings and comfortable room temperatures for residents, and a lower carbon footprint for us all.
“The grounds at Duncombe Square are green and community focussed, encouraging residents of all ages to enjoy time outdoors.”
Kate Draper, Senior New Homes Manager and Affordable Housing Specialist at estate agent William H Brown, said:
We are delighted to be partnering with Shape Homes, as selling agent for Duncombe Square, the first Passivhaus development in the North of England to be launched to market.
“Demand is already high and we’re sure the development will be a huge success, bringing something unique to the York housing market.”
Find out more about Duncombe Square’s homes and express your interest here.