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The merits and challenges of using sustainable construction materials in construction projects

Sustainability is becoming increasingly important in all aspects of life, and the construction industry is no exception. More and more builders and developers are looking for ways to incorporate sustainable materials into their projects, both to reduce their environmental impact and to appeal to environmentally conscious customers. With this emerging trend come both merits and…

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Building and designing for sustainability: Constructing sustainable homes that are both beautiful and eco-friendly

In recent years, there has been a growing movement to design and build eco-friendly and sustainable homes. This is due, in part, to increased awareness of the damaging effects of climate change, as well as the availability of more sustainable materials for buildings and environmentally friendly technologies. But what exactly does it mean to build…

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Tate Construction provides a customised sustainable home for the Witchcliffe Ecovillage’s second resident

pavillion eco house

Tate Construction’s first sustainable house in the Witchcliffe Ecovillage has been a tremendous success and we are thrilled to be able to hand it over to only the Ecovillage’s second resident. His home is a bespoke Shervington, designed by the Witchcliffe Ecovillage and modified by Pernille Stent of Design Button to match our client’s unique requirements.…

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Wallcliffe House Blog

Tate Construction was recently lucky enough to be involved in an unusual and rewarding project partnering with The Landsmith Collection. The construction and relocation of an Osprey nest from the ruins of a building to a newly constructed tripod was both challenging and exciting. All went successfully and we managed to snap this incredible shot…

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Building sustainably: The sustainable construction of Witchcliffe Eco Village

Since the first stages of development, Tate Construction has been working closely with Witchcliffe Eco Village and architects to create the most sustainable ecovillage possible. Each house and land package that is featured in Witchcliffe Eco Village must meet stringent requirements in terms of sustainable construction and must achieve a negative carbon production and rating.…

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The Witchcliffe Ecovillage: What is an ecovillage?

Ecovillages can be found worldwide and can come in many forms – from settlements that utilise modern ecological technology to traditional villages that use age-old techniques. Despite their differences, the one thing that every ecovillage has in common is their objective of forming a community with a shared set of ecological values and sustainable construction.…

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