A subsidary of construction company Osborne, Innovare Systems was created in partnership with structural insulated panels (SIPs) distributor Vencel Resil Ltd.

The house was officially opened by housing and planning minister Yvette Cooper and the event was attended by top industry representatives wanting to see the latest advances in moderrn methods of construction.

Osborne worked with more than 60 supply chain partners on the project which has a carbon emission rate of 14.07, 40% better than the 2006 Building Regulations target of 23.48.

“With an enviable life span, thermal efficiency and low running costs, the Jabhouse system will deliver sustainable solutions providing long-term benefits,” said Paul Ensch, director of Osborne