Eco Pods Designed By Huddersfield Man to Extend Living Space

If you’re looking for a unique way to extend your home then you might want to take a look at the designs by Huddersfield man Ben Lord, who has created eco ‘pods’ that don’t even usually require planning permission.

These pods are priced between £17,000 and £26,000, and are timber framed, including heating, electricity and plumbing inside.

Ben said that he came up with the idea after watching his friend build prefabricated buildings. He said that they can come with a grass roof to fit with outdoor spaces.

Ben sees these as the perfect place to work at home or study, without having to add a costly extension to the home.

The pod is delivered fully assembled, with a choice of three different sizes. They include energy efficient measures like double glazing and damp-proofing. They are very well insulated to ensure that heat is kept in. They are also made to look great and bring a modern addition to any home.

If they don’t take up more than half of the space in your garden then you won’t need planning permission, unless you live in a conservation area or listed building.

So far, only two of these pods have been sold. Some of the eco friendly materials include sustainable wood from managed sources, energy efficient double glazed windows, and natural rubber flooring.

Of course, if you’re interested in a more traditional eco addition to the home, you might consider a double glazed conservatory!