Archetech Issue 24 2016 | Page 22

TRADITION MEETS INNOVATION UNIQUE INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO CONSTRUCTION Danilith brings a unique and innovative approach to any self build or development project. Bespoke design, traditional appearance, quality materials and hand finishing combine with solid insulated walls and floors, excellent air tightness, and high thermal mass to ensure an efficient, comfortable environment throughout the year. Archetech - Page 22 Danilith Delmulle has built over 15,000 bespoke homes in Belgium and neighbouring European Countries. This unique factory built system is available in the UK. The innovative method of construction creates brick faced insulated panels, with external windows and doors fitted during manufacture resulting in a fast accurate build with low air leakage and good thermal mass. Self builders can benefit from the quick erection time allowing internal work to commence in a dry envelope in a very short time. With construction costs similar to that of traditional dwellings the reduced build times translate into time and cost savings. SPEED COMBINED WITH QUALITY BESPOKE DESIGN A typical dwelling can be completed to a weathertight structure within three weeks including foundations all internal & external walls, floors, and a felted weathertight roof. Because of the way our buildings are constructed virtually any design can be created using the Danilith system. The standard brick finish can be omitted to accommodate any combination of render, timber or composite cladding and bluestone detailing added to windows and doors. Factory built construction allows a greater control of quality and consistency than traditional build. Using a unique approach, brick faced insulated concrete panels are assembled in computer controlled factory conditions. Windows and doors are built in during manufacture ensuring superior air tightness. Solid internal walls & floors and high levels of insulation all combine to produce superior robust dwellings, with improved SAP ratings, better sound attenuation and balanced thermal characteristics. Creating traditional finishes in a controlled environment ensures a high quality product. Bricks are selected and mixed by hand, then robotically placed to give a consistent appearance to all elevations. Pointing and finishes are then carried out by hand to give a traditional appearance. THERMAL MASS EFFECT Heat energy is stored more efficiently in high density structures such as concrete than in low density structures such as timber frame. Thermal Mass will regulate the internal temperature so while outside temperatures may vary considerably between day and night or through the seasons, the internal temperature remains stable thus reducing the need for energy to heat and preventing overheating. Keeping it cooler in summer and warmer in winter. Optimal benefits from a Danilith dwelling can be achieved by the use of under floor heating systems and a smart ventilation system, improving air quality and removing excess moisture. [email protected] | 01832 730 264 | www.danilith.co.uk The Corn Exchange, 47 High Street, Thrapston, Northants, NN14 4JJ