Brighton Wastehouse
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An experiment investigating strategies for constructing a contemporary, low energy, permanent building using over 85 per cent ‘waste’ material drawn from household and construction sites.
More than a space to live, work and play in, the house is a collective of experiments in which students learn by application how recycled materials can be used in construction.
Some of the experiments are extraordinary: from toothbrushes used as insulation to old carpet tiles used as rainscreen cladding.
The house has the scientific integrity to be taken seriously by the construction industry and the political clout to influence policy.
Data
- Begun: May 2013
- Completed: Apr 2014
- Floor area: 85m2
- Sector: Education
- Total cost: £200,000
- Address: 58-67 Grand Parade, Brighton, BN2 OJY, United Kingdom
Professional Team 
- Architect: BBM Sustainable Design
- Project architect: BBM Sustainable Design
- Client: College Of Arts & Humanities, University Of Brighton
- Structural engineer : BBP Consulting Engineers
- M&E consultant: Robinson Associates Engineers
- Main Contractor : Mears Group
