Multiscreen Slideshow
Images of development at Llan Adan inspired by David Hockney’s multi-screen slideshow at his “The Big Picture” exhibition at The Royal Academy (February - March 2012).
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The Lean House
We set out to build a well-insulated, low-energy sustainable home.
Now we can start to see how well we met the objectives ...
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Build Diary 2011
Phase 2 - The Internals:
From the bare shell to the finished home. It took longer and cost more than we expected ... but it has all been worth it.
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Build Diary 2010
Phase 1 - The Build:
Building work started in April 2010 and all the external work was complete by the end of October 2010.
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Darlin Wood
A mixed broadleaf woodland, known as “Darlin Wood”, runs adjacent to the land where we have planted over 300 trees. From tiny acorns ...
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Otter Weekend
In February nine of us picked a sunny weekend and headed down to Pembrokeshire to watch the otters ...
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Veggie Plot
We will bring you the latest success (or otherwise) from the new veggie plot soon...
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Local goings on
Within a few miles there is a multitude of activities to enjoy - from walking in some of Britain's most picturesque scenery to music and food festivals.
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Sustainable Aspirations
Our aim is to convert the barn in a sustainable way. This involves what materials we use, where they come from - and in the longer term - what the building costs to run.
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Buying the barn
The process took a long time, but it was worth it. Our neighbours are lovely, the barn has really taken shape and the views are to die for ...
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Planning Process
The planning process took a number of attempts, but finally the agreed plan was the best incarnation of the various options.
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Fun Theory
These musical stairs (part of a Volkswagen initiative) to encourage people to use the stairs rather than the escalator set me thinking.
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Ryder Cup 2010
One of the greatest sporting events ever, and Stephen was there to watch the final two days play in the glorious Autumn sunshine at Celtic Manor.
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Greener Next Year
After a significant birthday and a few glasses of wine a few ideas on living a greener life ... and leaner governance.
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Postcards from NZ
A selection of postcards from our trip to Australia and New Zealand
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VW Camper Heaven
One week, back in September, Lizzie and I saw hundreds of VW camper vans heading in our direction ...
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