Cornwall Sustainable Building Trust (CSBT) gives advice, guidance and training in the understanding and skills needed to build sustainably in Cornwall.
SW-Eco Warehouse is committed to driving forward sustainable construction by offering greener building products and services. Their Products section gives you instant access to a range of selected products with green credentials. The Directory lists companies and retail outlets which specialise in such products and services. Their Advice pages present a range of articles and case studies to inspire and guide you in all that's green and sustainable in the field of building, construction and green living.
Studiowest Architects is a new practice which continues the works and projects of Arcostudios, Penzance. They specialise in environmentally sustainable architecture and aim to provide the highest quality of design solutions for all types of project, and clients. All of their projects are undertaken with respect for the historical and physical context with a belief that consultation and participation by the users forms an essential part of an effective design process. They have a continually developing focus on energy conservation and sustainability. All of their designs have an ecological bias and the focus of the construction is on craftsmanship, natural materials and energy efficiency
Lands End Peninsula Community Land Trust's vision is to provide good quality affordable housing and associated facilities, and resources such as workshops and community agriculture, which meet the needs of local people and at prices which they can afford in perpetuity. They aim to sustain a vibrant and diverse community, which is either within or surrounded by Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Their principal town is St Just-in-Penwith but their area of operation includes all the nearby villages of St Levan, St Buryan, Sennen and Sancreed.
Cohousing is a form of intentional community where individuals and families have their own self-contained living accommodation but also have access to many shared facilities as well. It was pioneered in Denmark and the USA more than 20 years ago but is only just getting established in Britain. The UK Cohousing Network is the focus of the movement within this country.
Since 1989 Diggers & Dreamers has been the "public face" of communal living in Britain. Its online directory now lists groups who live in benders in the woods; in monasteries; in big old country houses; and in newbuild low energy developments. The south west is fairly well represented in the online directory and there are a handful of places in Cornwall ... but sadly none, as yet, in Penwith. A major part of communal living has always been the opportunity it provides to live on less with less and to do so in a context that can be much friendlier than living in a little box on a housing estate. Diggers & Dreamers latest printed publication focuses on the theme of cohousing and is intended to be an inspirational guide.
Award- winning Naturepaints are made here in Cornwall, from natural local materials, like genuine Cornish clays. Washable, low-static surfaces. Non-toxic 100% eco-friendly, these paints reduce health risks from condensation and fungal moulds.
Building lime, limewash and paint pigments. The Cornish Lie Company manufacture in Cornwall but use Derbyshire limestone. They make a completely natural cement, fast setting, called Prompt and sell this all over the country for renovating old buildings. They also make Hemsulate, an insulation made from hemp and a lime binder.
Optimal Construction has been operating since 1997. They provide general contracting and design and build services to private clients, architects and the public sector. As a Community Interest Company they now specialise in environmentally beneficial buildings using sustainable materials and methods of fabrication. They also build and advise on sustainable practices for buildings and recreation areas used by the community for the advancement of education. They have a wealth of traditional skills garnered over the last 30 years and are happy to share them before they are forgotten. As general contractors, Optimal is responsible for planning and scheduling the manpower, equipment, materials and subcontractors required for the timely completion of a construction project. They retain a Consulting Engineers practice for use on design and build projects. They also have an in house Architectural Technician. Optimal have made a level one pledge to Future Foundations, the Charter for Sustainable Construction in the South West.
Trenoweth Roofing and Reclamation Services is a small family business which is based just outside Penzance. In addition to offering various roofing services Trenoweth Reclamation sources various reclaimed roofing materials as well as other special items such as chimney pots, clay finials and cast iron sky lights.
