materials

5 reasons to choose timber framing for your next build

5 reasons to choose timber framing for your next build

Choosing the right materials is an important part of every house design, but even more so for a high performance Passive House. Your framing, which provides the structure for your entire home, is especially important. That’s why we look to the ever-reliable timber. It’s been used for a very long time, and for good reason.

Rising Construction Costs – how we can keep your project on budget?

Rising Construction Costs – how we can keep your project on budget?

A home building boom fuelled by recent government grants and low interest rates has brought about some unexpected and unwelcome side effects. Leanhaus have put in place strategies to ensure that your build remains as affordable as possible.

Lean design and construction - the Leanhaus way

Lean design and construction - the Leanhaus way

Lean design and construction is, according to one definition, "a production management-based project delivery system emphasising the reliable and speedy delivery of value. It challenges the generally-accepted belief that there is always a trade-off between time, cost, quality and safety." At leanhaus, we seek to apply these ideas to the design and construction of homes and small buildings to make them more affordable, durable and comfortable. Here’s how we do it.