EPDM roofing
Rubber roofing, fully sealed and durable.
Energy-positive architecture
Produces more energy than used.
Energy Performance Certificate
Legal energy rating of building.
Embedded services
Pre-installed MEP systems in panels.
Underfloor insulation
Thermal resistance below living areas.
Environmental footprint
Total ecological impact of a building.
Utility room
Designated space for washing and storage.
User interface
pps or displays to manage building systems.
Urban heat island
Higher urban temperatures due to materials.
U-value
Measure of heat flow through a material; lower = better.