EP029: Hannah Dixon | The Build for Good project: Passihaus living made more affordable

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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