A: No. This is a common industry misconception. Approved Document F mandates adequate ventilation, not a specific device. Our CPD shows architects the superior, aesthetically-driven, and client-approved pathways—like Decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation (dMEV)—that achieve perfect compliance without relying on bulky, ineffective trickle vents.
…. Design, Installation & Compliance
Duration: 4 hours (minimum 6 attendees required)
Architects need compliant, elegant solutions for extensions and refurbishments that don’t compromise a building’s aesthetics or budget. MVHR is often overkill, and trickle vents are often inadequate and unsightly.
This FREE, 90-minute CPD session gives you the precise, professional alternative that your clients—and Building Control—will appreciate.
This CPD is specifically designed for the moment your client says:
“We don’t want ugly trickle vents, but full MVHR is too invasive and expensive for this project.”
Our in-depth session equips you with the confidence and specification knowledge to:
(Duration: 90 Minutes Online or At Your Office*)
Peer Insight: “Per room ventilation is a viable strategy even in comparison with whole house MVHR.” – Post-CPD Form Feedback
Architects frequently face projects that fall into a grey area: they are too airtight for natural ventilation but not undergoing the deep retrofit needed for invasive ducted MVHR. This session provides the clear, documented strategies to navigate this gap.
| Topic | Key Learning Objectives | Impact on Your Projects |
|---|---|---|
| Part F 2022 Deep Dive | Dispelling the trickle vent myth and navigating compliance pathways (e.g., dMEV as a System 3 solution). | Saves Time: Instant clarity on legal requirements, reducing the risk of redesign. |
| Decentralised Strategies | Comprehensive comparison of d-MEV, srMVHR, and PIV. | Saves Cost: Specify the right system (non-invasive, cost-effective) first time. |
| Design Integration | Best practices for balancing airflow, avoiding short-circuiting, and acoustic considerations. | Saves Reputation: Ensures low noise and high performance—no callbacks from unhappy clients. |
