ARCO2 2024 Year in Review: Celebrating Innovation and Sustainability
As 2024 draws to a close, ARCO2 and its sister company, ADD Sustainable Construction, reflect on a year marked by outstanding achievements and accolades. Specialising in sustainable architecture in Cornwall, ARCO2 has continued to set new standards in the South West, blending environmental stewardship with architectural excellence.
Awards and Recognition
Throughout the year, ARCO2’s commitment to innovation and sustainability has been recognised with several prestigious awards:
Keynvor, Mawgan Porth, Cornwall: This low-energy sustainable dwelling, inspired by Passivhaus principles, received acclaim:
– LABC Building Excellence Awards – Regional Winner of Best New Home.
– Green Apple Environment Awards for Beautiful Buildings – Silver Winner.
– Michelmores Property Awards 2024 – Shortlisted for Building of the Year/Leisure & Tourism Project of the Year.
– RICS UK Awards 2024 – South West Regional Winner in the Residential Development category.
Turnstones, Polzeath, Cornwall: Replacing an outdated bungalow with a contemporary design:
– Green Apple Environment Awards for Beautiful Buildings – Silver Winner.
– CABE Built Environment Awards – Winners of the Carbon Reduction Impact Award.
Ebron Ha Mor, Mawgan Porth, Cornwall: Transformation of semi-derelict barns into contemporary coastal homes:
– Green Apple Environment Awards for Beautiful Buildings – Bronze Winner.
Elements, Mawgan Porth, Cornwall: A striking, contemporary design overlooking Mawgan Porth bay:
– SME National Business Awards – Silver Winner in the Sustainability category.
– Green Apple Environment Awards for Beautiful Buildings – Gold Winner.
Ladybird Farm, St. Tudy, Cornwall: Vernacular passive house-inspired dwelling:
– Build It Awards – Winner of Best ICF Home.
ADD Sustainable Construction
– SME News 2024 Southern Enterprise Awards – Most Trusted Construction Management Firm, South West.
– SME News Business Elite Awards 2025 – Best Bespoke Sustainable Design/Build Practice.
– National Building & Construction Awards 2024: Contractor of the Year (contract value up to £5m) – Silver Winner.
Client Testimonials
In 2024, clients consistently praised ARCO2 for surpassing expectations and delivering projects that not only preserved Cornwall’s architectural heritage but embraced sustainable practices.
Turnstones, Polzeath, Cornwall: Amidst the upheaval of Covid-19, Brexit uncertainties, escalating material costs, and an isolated workforce, ARCO2 and ADDSC emerged as a beacon of resilience. This was my second eco architectural endeavour with them and what a time to do it – but the team defied all odds. Their pragmatic ingenuity not only embraced a tricky plot but also elevated it, providing captivating views to Pentire Head. The innovative design effectively shields against the noise from the neighbouring pub and garden, standing as a testament to their resourcefulness. ARCO2 and ADDSC’s unwavering commitment to overcoming obstacles and delivering a superb design shine brightly. Profound appreciation for crafting a masterpiece against all adversities. – Mrs Train
Ebron Ha Mor, Mawgan Porth, Cornwall: It was a real pleasure working together on Ebron Ha Mor and the beginning of what we envisage to be a long and mutually beneficial relationship going forward. Ian and the team are exceptional architects. They understand the locality of the locations they work in and this is interwoven in their design and architectural work. We wanted our design team to work to brief and over-deliver. They achieved this and more. We look forward to working with them again in the future. – Mr L Hopper
Elements, Mawgan Porth, Cornwall: Having commenced the challenge of creating our dream home on the North Cornish Coast, we sought hard to find an architectural practice that would match our level of passion, motivation and commitment to the project. We found this and more in Arco 2. From the very first meeting they listened to our specific vision for the house and turned our words into incredible ideas. This collaboration resulted in a home that is graceful, restful and elegant, reflecting the initial key words we used in that first ever meeting. It is only because Arco 2 truely listened to us as clients that we were able to create a stunning home that not only matched but surpassed our expectations. I would have no hesitation in recommending Arco2 to anyone commencing their own dream project. – Mr & Mrs Calder
Ladybird Farm, St. Tudy, Cornwall: ARCO2 provided a thoroughly high quality and professional service from our initial enquiries until completion. Their attention to detail is very impressive. Ian’s enthusiasm for new ideas was able to gently persuade us to agree with them and we are delighted with our new house. – Mrs Rankine
Looking Ahead: Sustainable Architecture in Cornwall
As ARCO2 looks ahead to 2025, the focus remains on pushing boundaries in sustainable architecture in Cornwall, fostering innovation, and continuing to deliver projects that inspire and endure.
