Summary
In this conversation, Marc interviews Hannah Dixon, an architect and passive house designer, about her journey in the field of architecture, her motivations for starting her own practice Progress in Practice, and her current projects.
Hannah shares insights into the principles of passive house design, the challenges of retrofitting existing homes, and the importance of community-led housing initiatives.
The discussion also touches on the impact of her work on sustainability and energy efficiency in Greater Manchester.
Hannah discusses the intricacies of building passive houses, the costs involved, and the innovative community-led housing initiative 'Build For Good'.
She explains the importance of sustainable construction methods, funding mechanisms, and the collaborative nature of the project, emphasizing the goal of making housing more affordable and accessible.
The conversation also touches on future plans for expansion and the creation of a guide to assist others in similar endeavors.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Hannah and Her Background
07:32 The Journey to Establishing Progress and Practice
15:19 Current Projects and Passive House Design Explained
21:21 Understanding Passive House Standards and Retrofit Challenges
26:00 Community-Led Housing Initiatives
30:55 Building Sustainable Homes
36:10 Passive House Features and Benefits
43:13 Future Plans and Expansion of Build For Good
More about Progress in Practice, Hannah's practice, here.
More about Build for Good here.
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