Owlstone Croft, Cambridge
Owlstone Croft is an innovative Passivhaus development in Cambridge comprising four terrace blocks, with Terrace T02 currently underway. The scheme showcases modern methods of construction, with KLH UK delivering the superstructure using cross-laminated timber (CLT) panels.
Our involvement centres around a highly bespoke truss design that plays a critical role in forming the parapet detail. These trusses extend the CLT mansard structure, seamlessly integrating the structural timber system with the external insulation panels. The design incorporates asymmetric trusses running along pole plates, which are fixed to sub-bearers and ultimately tied back to the CLT structure itself.
Due to the complexity of interfaces between multiple systems, a high level of coordination was essential. This was successfully achieved through advanced BIM workflows, with Pamir’s capability to produce IFC files allowing full integration into Revit models. This ensured precise alignment across all components and minimized clashes on site.
The result is a technically refined solution that supports the architectural intent while maintaining the performance standards required for a Passivhaus scheme.
You can read more about the project here: https://constructionmanagement.co.uk/morgan-sindall-starts-passivhaus-scheme-at-cambridge-university/
If you have development of any scale, whether standard or more challenging that you’d like to talk to our team about, call us today on 01832 732366 or email thrapston@scottste.co.uk.
