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Copyright © 2002-2007 InnovaHouse Ltd enquiries@innova-house.co.uk innovaHouse Ltd is a limited company, registered in Scotland number SC220569. Registered office: Alltan Donn House, Altonburn Road, NAIRN IV12 5NB

With innovaHouse you have the freedom to take part in the design of your house. Rooms, space and technical options as well as kitchen appliances, floor coverings, internal doors, tiles and sanitaryware will be your choice.

A range of standard and special features come with every innovaHouse, for further information select a topic.

Sound insulation
Roller Shutters
External Walls
Windows
Conservatories
Basement
Materials
All User Suitability
Architect
Manufacturer's Guarantee
Condensing Boiler/Heat Exchanger
Solar Power
Ventilation System
Water Management

Sound insulation All our buildings, including private dwellings, have excellent soundproofing in all walls and floors as standard. Decibels are well within the EU standard.
Roller Shutters / Internal & External Blinds / Louvre Shutters An optional extra these provide privacy, security and offer further insulation against the elements and overheating. These can be operated electronically, with or without daylight detectors, or manually.
External Walls / Roof & Floor An insulation U-value of 0.15 is standard on our external walls, roof and ground floor. However, we can further reduce the U-value to nearly zero (Passive Housing). These U-values meet and exceed the current Building Regulations. Our houses have a German organic external rendering system. The render system is fade resistant, there is no cracking, spalling, colour fading and is low maintenance - these are just some of the benefits this system offer. It is waterproof yet breathable, available in one of 800 colours, cement free, has CFC/HCFC free insulation, uses recycled materials, is water based and solvent-free. Timber cladding or other finishes are also available. We can build these houses with or without a ventilation gap. The choice is yours, as one works as well as the other.
Windows & Glazing Double-glazed windows, which has an insulation U-value of 1.1, with Tilt and Turn one handle action comes as standard on all our houses. Window frames can be solid timber from renewable sources. Aluminium clad is a low maintenance option.

Conservatories All you have to do is ask!
Basement We can offer you more space in your home by supplying a concrete basement/cellar system. Which can be utilised as a games room, storage, music room, utility room, boiler room or office. This is dependent upon the water table on your plot and your budget.

Materials Our walls are joined by stainless steel bolts. The timber is well-seasoned and treated with an non chemical timber preservation. All our materials comply with European Norms regarding fire protection, soundproofing and insulation values. We use non toxic materials which are recyclable. Only timber from sustainable resources is used.
All User Suitability Suitability for all persons as all our doors come in wider widths as standard and floor levels are barrier free. We can supply stylish, special bathroom equipment for your needs and safety.
Architect Designed All our buildings are designed by highly competent architects.
Manufacturer's Guarantee There is a 30-year manufacturer's guarantee on the structural design. In addition to this, there is a 2-year manufacturer's guarantee on materials delivered by the manufacturer which includes doors, windows, handles and walls.
Condensing Boiler/Heat Exchanger Gas/LPG (Liquid Petroleum Gas) or oil fired Central Heating System with Heat Exchanger. This innovation uses wasted heat, which normally evaporates through the exhaust of a traditional central heating system, to support the central heating circulation. This reduces the quantity of gas or oil required to run your home. Because our buildings are so enegy-efficient, heating systems can be 'down-sized' considerably as heating demand can be very low.
Solar & /Photovoltaic Panels In addition, you can have a solar power system on your house. Even in our region you can use the power of the sun to create energy for producing hot water. During the summer the solar panel produces all your hot water and during the winter the solar panels act as a backup for the hot water heating system.
Ventilation (MVHR) / Geothermal Heat Pumps A mechanical ventilation system is standard on our houses for controlling the incoming and the outgoing air. This is the perfect addition for good insulation and a healthy atmosphere in which to live. Optional heat pumps for your heating and hot water requirements can utilise air, water or be ground source.
Grey Water Management On request, we can utilise rainwater collection for your cistern.