Fundamental to our approach and underpinning our designs themselves are natural building materials and a wide range of forward looking techniques associated with their use.

We have an in depth knowledge of a wide range of both traditionally based and cutting edge systems which utilise natural products for maximum environmental sustainability, a healthy living atmosphere and freedom from increasingly expensive reliance on non- sustainable energy systems and highly processed materials endemic in much established building practice.

These involve structural elements such as rammed earth, timber frames, natural fibre based and clay block systems all of which offer a flexible and cost effective alternative to more conventional wall building methods.

Roofing systems including natural stone, timber shingles and planted roofs offer not only longevity, natural beauty and good heat retention but can also provide exciting use of traditionally inaccessible areas of a built space.

Insulation is a cornerstone of the ecologically sustainable building and maximising the use of a vast range of natural materials can offer huge savings to the running cost of buildings, increase comfort within and when combined with careful use of glazed elements can provide the basis for a full passive heating system.

Around this framework of environmentally sensitive and practical techniques is the use of natural renders and plasters allowing buildings to breathe and natural paints to provide healthy, condensation free, interiors significantly effecting the overall wellbeing of the inhabitants as well as the long term health and viability of the buildings themselves.

For full details of the hundreds of systems and products typical within our specifications it may be useful to visit www.smallworldsolutions.co.uk