At Gaiger Homes, we believe that exceptionally designed homes should do more than look good. They should live well, sustainably, and be ready for the future. That’s why we’re proud to place net-zero homes at the very heart of our vision for residential development across Wiltshire.
Why new-zero matters, and why now
Living in rural and semi-rural communities like those in Wiltshire gives a unique sense of connection to nature and place. But it also demands a responsibility to the environment.
With approximately 26% of Wiltshire’s carbon emissions coming from homes and building stock, there is a meaningful opportunity, and need, to improve how homes are built, and importantly, how they perform.
For us, net-zero means designing homes that:
- Use renewable energy systems, like solar and heat pumps, to match or exceed the energy that the building uses.
- They are built to last, with high levels of insulation, low heat loss and careful detailing to minimise any wasted energy.
- Feature sustainable drainage, improved biodiversity and respectful integration into the landscape and wider community.
How we’re delivering
One of our flagship examples is the upcoming development at Townsend Farmyard, Poulshot. Here’s how we’re putting theory into practice:
- The redevelopment of a redundant farmyard site to produce 14 net-zero homes (including four affordable homes).
- Housing specifications include air source heat pumps, solar panels, EV charging points, grey water recycling and high-performance building fabric.
- Beyond the buildings themselves, the scheme will deliver a +85% biodiversity net gain, sustainable drainage systems and improved foot/cycle links.
It’s about more than just buildings
We recognise that developing net-zero homes is more than ticking a spec sheet. It’s about creating places where people feel at home, now and in the future, and helping to future-proof communities in Wiltshire for the long term. Some of the key benefits we aim to deliver are:
Lower running costs for residents: With efficient homes and on-site renewables, the burden of ever-increasing energy bills can be eased.
Health and comfort: Better-insulated, better-ventilated homes mean healthier, more comfortable living.
Environmental legacy: Through biodiversity gains and reduced carbon emissions, our development contributes to the broader community goal of net-zero.
Community integration: By securing planning permission in partnership with local councils and communities, and ensuring developments align with local character, we aim to leave a positive mark.
Our ambition for Wiltshire
While Townsend Farmyard is a lead example, our commitment extends across Wiltshire and beyond. We are actively working on new developments, pursuing planning permissions for sites where we can embed net-zero standards from the ground up. Our target is to ensure net-zero is the norm, not the exception, especially in Wiltshire’s villages and towns, where high-quality housing and sustainability must go hand in hand.
The roadmap ahead
Engage early: We involve communities from the outset, from public consultations, and local parish input. Continual dialogue is key.
Design and deliver for the future: From the specification to materials, from landscaping to transport links, we build with a long-term mindset.
Monitor and refine: As technology evolves and policy changes, we stay agile, incorporating the latest best practices in energy, materials and biodiversity.
Scale responsibility: Sustainability isn’t just a premium add-on; it’s a baseline. The economies of sales, the repeatability of high-performance homebuilding and the value to local communities are a part of our approach.
Why this matters to buyers, communities and Wiltshire
For buyers, this means entering a home that’s built for tomorrow. Lower bills, better comfort and strong future resale appeal.
For communities, it means development that is respectful of place, enhances the local environment and contributes to the long-term resilience of the area.
For Wiltshire, the shift to better build, lower-carbon housing helps meet the urgency of the climate challenge and the policy goals for buildings.
At Gaiger Homes, our commitment to net-zero homes in Wiltshire is not just about building houses, it’s about leaving a meaningful legacy for our landscapes, communities and the people who live in them.
As we continue to roll out our net-zero schemes, we are excited by what lies ahead and by the positive change that great homes can bring.