Simon Bullinger, a building engineer, certified sustainability advisor, and DGNB consultant at Rockwool, has embarked on an exciting project. He aims to demonstrate that it's possible to build homes using well-tested traditional building materials, while also using less energy in the operational phase, all without costing more than a typically architect-designed villa. The home is part of the test phase of the Voluntary Sustainability Class where experiences are analyzed to form the basis for introducing sustainability requirements in the building code. The project is not only about saving energy, but also about creating homes that provide a proven healthy indoor environment, are durable over many years, and don’t need constant changes just to keep up with the latest trends. Simon has chosen to use IBF's Perma-Drain® Home for the driveway in front of the first house. This solution helps to manage rainwater on-site, preventing it from damaging the house's foundation.

Why did Simon Bullinger choose Perma-Drain® Home?

Simon Bullinger's choice of IBF Perma-Drain® Home for his driveway shows how we can smartly manage rainwater on our own property. It’s a practical solution that ensures water percolates where it falls, avoiding flooding issues. A simple, yet effective way to make everyday life easier and our homes more durable.

For this project, 40 square meters of IBF’s Perma-Drain® Home have been laid in the driveway. This paving is distinguished by its ability to allow water to seep through the 3 mm joints between the tiles, preventing water accumulation on the surface. The paving consists of 30x60 cm modular tiles, secured with kerbstones to achieve a stable and durable surface.

> How Perma-Drain® Home Works

With IBF Perma-Drain®, the water is absorbed where it falls. The secret is in the joint and the base layer. The joint, which must make up at least 10% of the total paving area, consists of the material DrainAf®, which quickly channels the water to the specially developed base layer that can hold 300 L of water per cubic meter. The rainwater is stored in the base layer, while it slowly seeps into the subsoil or further via drains, thus preventing flooding on the pavement.