Client: Campbell Buchanan Fine Homes
Application: Fairfield Meadows Residential Development
Product: Vortice Vort HR200 BP Heat Recovery Unit
Executive Summary
Developer Campbell Buchanan Fine Homes required a high-performance, energy-efficient ventilation solution for its new Fairfield Meadows development. The goal was to meet modern building standards and provide future residents with exceptional indoor air quality and low running costs. Vortice was selected to supply the Vort HR200 BP Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) units for all one and two-bedroom apartments, chosen for their compact design, high efficiency, and quiet operation. The project successfully integrated these units, ensuring a healthy and comfortable living environment for homeowners.
About the Client
Campbell Buchanan Fine Homes is a developer known for creating stunning, high-quality residential properties. Their Fairfield Meadows development, located on the Hertfordshire/Bedfordshire border, is a prime example of their commitment to superior design, craftsmanship, and energy efficiency.
The Challenge
For modern residential developments like Fairfield Meadows, a key challenge is balancing airtight construction with the need for excellent indoor air quality. Airtight homes are highly energy-efficient but can trap pollutants, moisture, and CO2 inside. Campbell Buchanan Fine Homes needed a ventilation system that would:
- Provide continuous fresh, filtered air without creating drafts.
- Meet stringent energy efficiency targets to reduce homeowner energy bills.
- Operate quietly to ensure a peaceful living environment.
- Be compact enough to fit within the limited space of one and two-bedroom apartments.
- Effectively remove moisture from kitchens and bathrooms to prevent condensation and mould.
The Solution:
The Vortice technical team worked with the developer to specify the ideal ventilation system. The Vort HR200 BP was selected as the perfect solution for the apartments at Fairfield Meadows. This compact, centralised MVHR unit is specifically designed for residential applications where space is at a premium, without compromising on performance.
Key Features of the Vort HR200 BP include:
- Exceptional Heat Recovery: The unit boasts up to 90% thermal efficiency, recovering heat from extracted stale air and transferring it to the incoming fresh air. This drastically reduces the energy required to heat the home.
- Compact and Versatile Design: With its slim profile, the HR200 BP can be installed horizontally or vertically, making it ideal for ceiling voids or cupboards in apartments.
- Quiet Operation: Engineered for minimal noise, the unit ensures residents are not disturbed by the ventilation system.
- Advanced Control: The unit includes a hard-wired controller with an LCD display for easy management, alongside a fully automatic thermal bypass for summer comfort and integrated frost protection for winter performance.
- Guaranteed Air Quality: Two G3 filters ensure that incoming fresh air is filtered before it enters the home, removing particulates and improving indoor air quality.
Results
By integrating the Vort HR200 BP units, Fairfield Meadows successfully met its goals for energy efficiency and resident wellbeing. The apartments now benefit from a continuous supply of fresh, filtered air, creating a healthy and comfortable living space. The high heat recovery efficiency contributes directly to lower energy bills for residents, a significant selling point for modern homes. The compact and quiet nature of the units meant they could be installed discreetly, preserving the high-end aesthetic of the Campbell Buchanan properties.
Conclusion
The Fairfield Meadows project is a clear example of how modern ventilation technology can enhance the quality and value of new residential developments. The Vortice VORT HR200 BP provided an effective, reliable, and unobtrusive solution that delivers tangible benefits to homeowners every day.
“Our Technical team can work with customers to ensure the most appropriate ventilation design including both ducting and heat recovery unit. In the case of Fairfield Meadows the HR200 BP was ideal and the eventual residents of these beautiful homes will reap the benefits of excellent indoor air quality and high energy efficiency.”
– Jennifer Quinn, Senior Marketing Executive, Vortice
