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Marius M.

Electrical Engineer

Energy systems specialist focused on Passivhaus certification, HVAC design and modular construction technology. Ensuring BioBuilds homes meet the highest performance standards.

Energy Systems Specialist|14 articles

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EUDR Timber Rules: What Home Buyers Need to Know
Sustainability

EUDR Timber Rules: What Home Buyers Need to Know

EUDR covers timber and prefabricated wooden homes from 30 December 2026, with later dates for some small firms. Private home buyers have no duties.

4 min read
Passive House in a Hot Climate: Does It Work in the South?
Guide

Passive House in a Hot Climate: Does It Work in the South?

A passive house can stay cool in Spain and other hot climates with the right shading, ventilation, humidity control and cooling designed for the site.

4 min read
Tiny House or Small Home: What 48 m² Really Gives You
Guide

Tiny House or Small Home: What 48 m² Really Gives You

Tiny houses offer compact living; a small permanent home adds space. Compare layouts, permits and BioBuilds Wanderlust 48 prices for year-round living.

4 min read
Single-Story Home: The Case for Living on One Level
Guide

Single-Story Home: The Case for Living on One Level

A single-story home keeps every room on one level but needs more buildable plot area. Compare planning rules, energy use and BioBuilds' single-story range.

5 min read
How Much Does a Modular Home Cost in 2026?
Pricing

How Much Does a Modular Home Cost in 2026?

The European modular market compared: price tiers, manufacturer ranges, what turnkey quotes include, and how certified performance changes the math.

12 min read
Modular vs Traditional Construction: Full Comparison
Comparison

Modular vs Traditional Construction: Full Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of modular and traditional building, cost, timeline, quality, and flexibility across 12 key factors.

13 min read
From Factory to Your Land
Logistics

From Factory to Your Land

How a completed module travels from the production line to your plot, logistics, transport, and what happens on delivery day.

9 min read
How We Build a House in 3 Weeks
Process

How We Build a House in 3 Weeks

From raw timber to move-in ready, a behind-the-scenes look at BioBuilds factory production, quality control, and delivery.

15 min read
Passive House Running Costs: Full Breakdown
Guide

Passive House Running Costs: Full Breakdown

What sets a Passive House energy bill: heating demand, equipment, tariffs and household use, with a sourced calculation and current BioBuilds data.

14 min read
Passive House Certification: 5 Criteria, 3 Classes & The Complete Process
Guide

Passive House Certification: 5 Criteria, 3 Classes & The Complete Process

Passive House certification explained: the 5 principles, the Classic, Plus and Premium classes, and each step from PHPP to the blower door test.

16 min read
Passive House Savings: What the Evidence Shows
Analysis

Passive House Savings: What the Evidence Shows

Measured heating consumption, current BioBuilds specifications and a clear method for estimating energy savings.

12 min read
Is a Passive House Worth It in 2026?
Analysis

Is a Passive House Worth It in 2026?

An honest ROI analysis of building Passivhaus, upfront costs, energy savings, resale value, and the break-even point.

10 min read
Passive House vs nZEB: The Real Difference
Comparison

Passive House vs nZEB: The Real Difference

Both promise energy efficiency, but one delivers up to 4× better results. Here's what separates Passivhaus from Nearly Zero-Energy Buildings.

11 min read
What is a Passive House? Price, Savings, and the Full Process
Guide

What is a Passive House? Price, Savings, and the Full Process

A complete guide to Passivhaus certification, what it means, how much it costs, and the real energy savings after 3 years of living in one.

14 min read