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What began as Living Places Copenhagen, 2 experimental homes that proved we don't need to wait for breakthrough technology, is now a global network of pioneers. Using what's already available, these homes achieved an almost 3x lower carbon footprint and 3x better indoor climate, all at an affordable price point.
Now, we invite developers, and house builders worldwide to join us to build on this knowledge and create healthier, more affordable, and more sustainable homes at scale.
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Igloo | United Kingdom
Watch how this pioneering architect-developer is translating Living Places principles into scalable housing solutions.
When Igloo, a leading British sustainable developer, won the UK government-led HOMES 2030 competition, a challenge to design housing for health, longevity, flexibility, and low carbon, they brought the Living Places vision to Sunderland. Today, they have 42 homes under development based on Living Places principles, with a broader pipeline of approximately 5,000 homes that demonstrates the potential to scale this approach across the UK.
John Nordon, Creative Director at Igloo, bridges architectural thinking and development delivery. His vision is clear: homes should not sacrifice health, sustainability, or beauty to meet affordability targets.
"We need to make it affordable, simple, replicable, and healthy. Because actually it's fundamentally the right thing to do. It's just the system isn't set up to do it."
"We should be custodians of the planet we live on, not solely focused on the bottom line and profit margins. For us, it's written into our articles of incorporation. We're a B Corp, a purpose-led business."
"Living Places wasn't just inspiring. It led directly to a deeper partnership and a shared plan to build."
"How do we design buildings in layers so materials can be accessed in the future? When something becomes outdated, it can be removed, remanufactured, or reused, and the building can continue to evolve through repair, adaptation, and flexibility."
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