Recticel Insulation's EUROWALL® Cavity Wall Panels played a pivotal role in ensuring the energy-smart homes of Otium Lake, a prestigious housing development in Pluckley, Kent, met their precise U-value requirements.
With a focus on sustainability and cost-effectiveness, the collaboration between Hibau Group and Recticel resulted in a remarkable transformation of a former brickwork site into a splendid estate.
Explore how EUROWALL® Cavity Wall Panels provided optimal thermal performance while delivering unparalleled comfort and energy efficiency to the residents of Otium Lake.
The Challenge A prestigious housing development, Otium Lake, located in the charming village of Pluckley, Kent, sought an effective and cost-efficient solution to meet precise U-value requirements for its bespoke, energy-smart homes.
To achieve sustainable regulation energy performance, the developer, Hibau Group, collaborated with Recticel Insulation to find an optimal cavity wall insulation solution.
The Solution After careful consultations, Hibau Group and Recticel selected 100mm Eurowall® Cavity panels as the ideal solution.
The high-performance Eurowall® Cavity offered precision-cut straight edges, minimizing gaps between panels.
Its durability and limited moisture absorption were complemented by excellent thermal performance, boasting λ = 0.022 W/mK.
The Result The installation of nearly 9,000m2 of Eurowall® Cavity panels proved to be a cost-effective choice without compromising quality.
Rachel Hillsmith, Assistant Quantity Surveyor at Hibau Group, praised Recticel's design expertise, especially the U-value calculation service, which ensured the project's thermal expectations were met in a swift three-day process.
Enhancing Lifestyles Otium Lake's luxurious development aims to enhance the lifestyles of its residents.
Choosing Eurowall® Cavity as the cavity wall insulation contributes to creating an ideal indoor environment throughout the year, providing a comfortable and energy-efficient living experience.
Conclusion With Recticel's high-quality Eurowall® Cavity wall panels, the Otium Lake development achieved its U-value target and sustainability goals while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
The collaboration between Hibau Group and Recticel resulted in a supreme housing development in the picturesque village of Pluckley, Kent.
About Recticel Insulation: Recticel Insulation, a reliable and experienced insulation partner, offers high-quality solutions that ensure day-to-day comfort for end-users.
With a commitment to developing effective insulation solutions using its expertise and passion for polyurethane, Recticel Insulation provides products and solutions for contractors and self-builders in the DIY segment.
As part of the listed Recticel Group, a leading European market player for polyurethane solutions, Recticel Insulation contributes to the furniture, automotive, and construction industries with a global presence and around 7,600 employees in 27 countries.
