ECO HAB™ 4 - Design

Interior design The interior bespoke furniture was developed and hand crafted to outfit the circular interior. All units have matching curved birch fronts, giving a light, modern and airy feel to the dwelling. Areas such as the kitchen cabinets and shower room have been designed to maximise the use of space. The interior decor is kept bright to increase the feeling of light and space. The interior design can be customised to the customer’s specifications.

Home details Home appliances and fixtures were chosen for energy efficiency as often as possible. We use high efficiency appliances, including a convection / microwave oven and the most efficient half size refrigerator / freezer. For interior lighting, we use compact fluorescent lights, as well as low energy lighting under counter. Our water efficiency measures include low-flow aerated showerheads along with a twin action low flush toilet. Rainwater harvesting is another extra with a filtration system so the rainwater can be utilised for washing, toilets and irrigation.

4m diameter - Single level - Top section only Can be used as: Office, studio, playroom, gym, garden room, etc. Planning Permission - The single level pod (top section only) generally will not require planning permission. However planning is not always straight forward and can vary from site to site. A lot will depend on the purpose of the build and the particular planning jurisdiction you are dealing with. Our advice is to discuss your installation with your relevant planning officer where you will be advised as to what is, if anything required. Request an agreement in principle before applying for planning.

Construction of the ECO POD

We employ two construction methods:

• The shell of each half is built around the steel frame.
• The interior is clad with fire proof fiber board and finished with an internal plaster skim.
• The exterior is insulated using 100mm – 120mm of polyurethane foam.
• This gives the built superb insulation and additional strength.
• The exterior is then finished with a choice of cladding.
• Both the structures sit on 110mm deep reinforced concrete base, with a ‘cast in’ maintenance free tile effect and under floor heating pipes. (Connection to a heating system is an optional extra).

Foundations:

There are three main options: A. We can install screw piles. This involves minimal site disturbance B. A ring reinforced beam C. A 200mm deep reinforced concrete slab sitting on a hard core base, A site inspection will be required prior to installation of the pod. Foundation work can be carried out by ourselves or others and is not included in the price of the pod. Site inspection is included in the cost of the purchase, less fees and expenses.

ECO HAB™ 4 - Design