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See how homeowners have transformed their properties into energy-efficient, sustainable homes with our Whole House Plans.

Smarter homes, real people, real stories

Discover how homeowners across Oxfordshire are making their homes more comfortable, more efficient, and better to live in – one step at a time.

Every home is different – and so is the way we live in them. These case studies share the journeys of people who’ve worked with Cosy Homes Oxfordshire to plan energy-saving upgrades that match their needs, goals, and budgets.

Some wanted to cut carbon. Others needed to bring down bills, tackle damp, or make their home feel more comfortable.

From compact terraces to centuries-old cottages, these stories show what’s possible – and how small changes can lead to lasting impact.

If you’re wondering what’s right for your home, these real-life examples are here to help you feel informed, inspired, and ready to take your next step.

  • A home is so much more than just a place where you live

    For over 10 years, Jane and her family have lived in their Edwardian semi-detached home in North Oxford. Built in 1910, the house has a striking design with solid walls and suspended timber floors. Over the years, the house has been modified to include a
  • Erica proudly sitting in her cosy home

    How a 1970s mid-terrace became an energy-efficient haven

    When a 1970s mid-terrace house in Eynsham, plagued by cold spots, damp cladding, and high energy bills, underwent a full eco-refurbishment, it faced unexpected challenges, including asbestos removal. With guidance from Cosy Homes Oxfordshire, the project not
  • Marlborough Place, Eynsham

    Energy-efficiency in Eynsham

    A landlord in Eynsham, Oxfordshire, tackled persistent mould in a 1960s rental property. The measures implemented resulted in a higher EPC rating. Discover what he did and the impact it had. The problem This modest 1960s mid-terrace house in Marlborough
  • Orchard House retrofit

    Mary and Philip opted for an assessment, which led to the development of a comprehensive Whole House Plan crafted by a qualified Retrofit Coordinator. This plan outlined all the necessary recommendations, actions, quotes, and
  • Maureen Dyroff Thermal camera house

    Maureen’s Whole House Plan story

    Worried about climate change and keen to lower both her carbon footprint and energy bills, Maureen wanted to understand how to make her home more efficient. A thermal imaging camera showed that better insulation was a priority, and she was also thinking about
  • Eco-refurbishing a large Victorian semi-detached

    In North Oxford, a large family home has been transformed through an eco-retrofit, reducing carbon emissions and making the home far more energy-efficient. This was all part of the homeowners’ commitment to sustainability and creating a more comfortable
  • Lis and Sarah’s East Oxford terrace was cold, draughty and hard to heat – until they embarked on a complete eco-retrofit.

    Smart retrofit, cosy result

    Driven by a desire to reduce carbon emissions, Lis and Sarah in their terrace home in East Oxford aimed to make their home more environmentally friendly. They were thrilled to find their home warmer and cosier as a
  • Retrofitting an end-of-terrace family home in East Oxford

    We retrofitted an end-of-terrace family home in east Oxford, helping ensure that every room in the home was comfortable, and cutting carbon emissions for the family. About the home Jan Rosenow’s home is an end-of-terrace house in East Oxford, dating from
  • Tackling extreme mould in a semi-detached house in Headington

    Tina, Richard, and their children live in a semi-detached home in a typical Oxford suburb. A few years ago, they decided to undergo a whole house eco renovation to reduce their energy consumption and tackle severe damp and mould problems that were affecting
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