PERSIMMON Homes has launched a new facility to enable its teams to trial new construction technologies and train staff.
The developer unveiled the three-storey model home to contractors and suppliers at its Space4 factory in Castle Bromwich, with the house developed to the latest building regulations. Utilising modern methods of construction, the home features Mauer brick façades, factory fitted to the Space4 timber frame product.
With the prototype brick façade factory fitted prior to erection, Persimmon said it was able to complete the superstructure construction fully watertight in just five days, compared to eight to ten weeks for traditional masonry construction.
The interior showcases the different stages of build in each room, starting with a completed living room, moving through the home to show the water and electricity fittings, as well as thermally efficient wall and roof insulation. Signage throughout the house provides links to product information, building regulations, and Persimmon’s own guidelines.
David Griffin, group build director at Persimmon Homes, said, “We’re really proud to launch our model home to contractors and suppliers and are confident that this will enable Persimmon to be at the forefront of construction innovation. With the government hoping to build 1.5 million homes over the next five years as well as Future Homes Standards being implemented in 2025, our mission to place efficiency and sustainability at the heart of our business is of ever-increasing importance.
“We look forward to seeing our trial home put to good use over the coming year, helping us to achieve our goal of developing sustainable, quality homes for local people.”
