The Dumble is a pioneering energy self-sufficient house, currently under construction in a rural site near Ashbourne, Derbyshire.

Originally conceived by Robin Hamilton and with subsequent input from CadenzaVM and Fisher German, the project has been so successfully developed and managed that not only has planning consent been granted through the PPS7 exemption clause, but this is also the first such application to be granted without the Secretary of State calling for a Public Inquiry.

One of the key aims of the project is to produce a design that is contemporary, has an immediate ‘wow’ factor and is environmentally sensitive, yet costs less to build than comparable designs and is constructed without the need for expensive equipment or specialist trades. This is achieved through a combination of innovative design, new building techniques and the use of redundant or recycled materials. 

The Dumble demonstrates that a responsible, energy efficient and cost-effective ‘green’ design can produce a dramatic and exciting building. It is a highly topical project; the same concept and techniques can be applied to smaller and larger buildings (domestic or commercial) and will help save our planet’s natural resources, combat soaring energy costs and reduce the impact of climate change.

For further information select one of the links below:

- Background
- Planning Proposal
- Key Features
- Systems
- Design and Construction