Design & Engineering(local codes: BENG / EPB / GEG / RE2020)

What this phase is aboutWe turn your goals and plot constraints into a compliant, buildable concept ready for permitting and factory drawings.

What’s included

• Site study: plot size/shape, setbacks, height limits, solar path, prevailing winds, soil & access checks.

• Architectural concept: 2–3 massing options, room program, façade strategy (timber + brick/stone/fiber-cement).

• Energy strategy: envelope U-values, airtightness target, thermal bridges, shading, ventilation concept (MVHR), DHW strategy.

• Systems concept: heat pump vs. hybrid vs. electric; underfloor heating; PV readiness; rainwater reuse.

• Code compliance path: mapping to BENG (NL) / EPB (BE) / GEG (DE) / RE2020 (FR); fire & acoustics basics.

• Permit set outline: drawings list, reports required, roles (architect/engineer/energy assessor).

What we need from you

• Plot documents (cadaster, survey if available), local zoning notes, utility availability.

• Lifestyle priorities & budget band; preferred styles (chalet/minimal/loft/scandi).

Deliverables

• Concept plans + elevations + 3D views.

• Energy pre-calc summary (target class A/A+).

• Compliance checklist per your country.

• Permit roadmap with responsibilities and timeline.

Typical timing: 3–6 weeks (excl. municipal review).Key risks & mitigations: unusual zoning or heritage → early meeting with municipality; tight energy targets → envelope & system sensitivity study in week 2.

CTA: Book a site & cod

e fit call.

Standard	Country	Focus	Official Source
BENG (Bijna Energie Neutraal Gebouw)	Netherlands	Nearly energy-neutral buildings	rvo.nl/beng
EPB (Energieprestatie en Binnenklimaat)	Belgium	Energy performance & indoor climate	epb.vlaanderen.be
GEG (Gebäudeenergiegesetz)	Germany	Building energy law (formerly EnEV)	gesetze-im-internet.de/geg
RE2020	France	Energy + carbon footprint regulation	rt-re-batiment.gouv.fr

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