closer look
Maximising space & volume with SIPs
After deciding against more traditional building methods, Rhodri built the extension using structural insulated panels (SIPs), as they’re strong and lightweight, as well as offering great insulation and airtightness. Plus, if supplied as a kit only, they can be erected on a DIY basis. The panels themselves are made from two layers of structural timber sheets, with insulation sandwiched in between. They can be used to form the roof, as well as the walls. This means more space, as the need for roof trusses becomes redundant – ideal in a compact building like Rhodri and Meinir’s barn conversion, where it was important to maximise every nook and cranny.
Creating va ulted ceilings