LSI Architects picked by Barratt to deliver the UK鈥檚 first 鈥渨ater positive鈥� residential scheme
Norwich-based LSI Architects has been chosen by Barratt to deliver a pioneering eco-scheme at Rackheath, Norwich.
The 200-home exemplar development is thought to be the first 鈥渨ater positive鈥� scheme in the UK, with the homes using no more water than falls on the scheme. This exemplar scheme could be the first phase of a possible 4,000-home eco community at Rackheath, subject to planning.
Working with Design for Homes, Barratt asked for a scheme using a porous paving system developed by manufacturer Marshalls, which filters run-off and stores cleansed water between layers of aggregates that support the shared surfaces above. The water can be drawn off for use in gardens, car washing or agriculture.
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