Our selection of case studies showcase a cross section of recent QODA projects.

Agar Grove

QODA have been commissioned by Hill Construction to collect construction evidence for Passivhaus certification for the Agar Grove Estate redevelopment Phase 1C. Originally built in the 1960’s, Agar Grove forms part of Camden Council’s Community Investment Programme and aims to promote a ‘fabric-first’ approach to improve energy performance. The new homes will be built to achieve Passivhaus certification, and the scheme is set to become the UK’s largest residential Passivhaus development when all works are complete.

Bevan Place

QODA has been working with Bell Phillips Architects for Sevenoaks District Council on a new residential development, Bevan Place in Swanley. The site aims to be a landmark development, creating a precedent for sustainable homes in the area. QODA have been carrying out the mechanical, electrical, and sustainability designs for the mixed-use residential and commercial areas.

Private Residence, Gloucestershire

QODA were appointed as Passivhaus and M&E consultants for a new 3-bedroom house in the Cotswolds. The house is designed to ‘float’ above the ground, with a lake which sits partially below it. QODA have developed a strategy for the building which provides high levels of insulation and low air leakage using the renewable heat provided by a water source heat pump.

Purdown View, University of the West of England

QODA were appointed as part of the design team lead by architects Stride Treglown, for the UWE SAP3 project which consisted of the development of a new 2000 bedroom student accommodation scheme. We were appointed primarily as the Passivhaus and sustainability consultants on the project, having previously worked with the university to produce a sustainability design guide helping to address their 2030 zero carbon targets.

Residential Development, London Borough of Ealing

The London Borough of Ealing have commenced an extensive programme of residential development across the borough. This exciting masterplan includes a number of sites (currently 10) which have been divided into 3 packages for design and construction purposes. QODA have been appointed as MEP designers for Package 3 and have also secured a role across all 3 packages as Net Zero Carbon Champions. We will be employing Passivhaus modelling and assessment to inform the design and deliver Ealing’s commitment to carbon reduction. Ealing are developing their net zero carbon design guide and have identified Certified Passivhaus building as a key part of its strategy.

Learning Centre – Kew Gardens

QODA are providing Passivhaus consultancy and MEP design for the new Learning Centre at the UNESCO World Heritage site, Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew. The project is set to be pioneering and using natural materials wherever possible as well as aiming for Passivhaus Plus standard. The building will be an exemplar low carbon building, helping Kew to achieve their ambitious climate targets.

The project comprises 7 formal teaching spaces for students of all ages, office space, gallery space, sheltered external learning areas, labs, and a seminar space to provide an inspiring learning experience to visitors.

IDRM, University of Oxford

QODA have been appointed as Passivhaus Consultants for the Institute of Developmental and Regenerative Medicine (IDRM) at the University of Oxford. This is a cutting edge research facility, aiming to promote multidisciplinary working and collaboration across three key areas; cardiology, neurology and immunology.  Working with McLaughlin and Harvey and SRA Architects, QODA are responsible for design and site duties for all aspects of Passivhaus design, including a particular focus on delivering class-leading airtightness. Project value: £23.5m.

Loughborough University SportPark

QODA were appointed as the Sustainability, Passivhaus and MEP Consultant via the Perfect Circle Framework for Phase 2 of the Loughborough Sportpark. A 2000m extension to an existing building and targeted Passivhaus ‘Classic’ certification. While Passivhaus design principles are generally better understood and practised within the industry for standalone residential buildings, they were not currently common usage for large scale commercial buildings and rely on nascent standards in the UK. At the outset of the project there were few successfully completed commercial buildings using Passivhaus in the UK and this presented several challenges.

St Peter’s College, University of Oxford

QODA have been appointed by St Peter’s College, University of Oxford for the Castle Hill House redevelopment project.  The College has recently acquired the Castle Hill House site, which was formerly the Conservative Club, and is planning to redevelop the site to provide student accommodation, particularly for its second-year students.

Convent Way

QODA were appointed as MEP and Sustainable Engineers for the 1000 dwellings masterplan at Convent Way, which spans across 5 phases. The project set a new urban dwelling standard for the London Borough of Hillingdon in terms of integrating Passivhaus design, landscaping, sustainable transport, and building quality. Car parking will be covered with podiums to create a healthy and vibrant community.