PHI ARCHITECTURE - Key Persons

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• Sara Darwin Co - Founded Passivhaus International in 2012

Sara and Claire studied Architecture & Environmental Design together at Nottingham University. Subsequently qualifying as British Architects, registered with the ARB, they had practised architecture in the UK for over 20 years when Passivhaus and energy saving methods of construction came onto their radar. Sharing an enthusiasm for modern residential design with sustainable solutions, Sara and Claire were among the very first in the UK to become Certified Passivhaus Designers through the Building Research Establishment in accordance with the Passivhaus Institute. Claire is based at Phi Architecture Consultancy in Ripon, North Yorkshire and Sara is based at Phi Architects in Heaton Moor, Greater Manchester. Knowledge and developments are shared regularly to ensure we can offer the best advice and expertise through all associated disciplines of our work.