Sustainable Living at Cotton Meadows: Future-Proof Homes That Are Kind to You and the Planet

At Hurstwood Homes, we believe that building homes isn’t just about creating beautiful spaces. When we build homes we also hold importance in shaping a better future for people and the planet.

Our homes at Cotton Meadows in Barnoldswick have been designed with sustainability at their heart. We blend timeless craftsmanship with forward-thinking technology to deliver comfort, efficiency, and long-term value.

Sustainability, style, and comfort coexist, because we believe a home that’s kind to the environment should also be a joy to live in.

Built for a Better Tomorrow

Every detail at Cotton Meadows has been considered to create homes that are elegant, enduring, and environmentally conscious. Think locally sourced natural stone, hand-crafted oak porches and natural slate roofs. Each material has been carefully chosen for both its beauty and sustainability, supporting local suppliers while minimising environmental impact.

Our commitment to craftsmanship continues inside, where quality meets conscience. Oak Mexicano doors, Karndean luxury flooring, and SieMatic kitchens designed by Stuart Frazer bring refinement to everyday living. In the bathrooms, Duravit sanitaryware and Hansgrohe fittings combine timeless design with lasting performance, while energy-efficient LED lighting reduce your energy usage.

These are homes built to last for today’s families and tomorrow’s generations.

Sustainability, Engineered from the Inside Out

At the core of every Hurstwood home is intelligent design that makes greener living effortless.

From high-performance insulation and double-glazed flush-sash windows to advanced mechanical ventilation systems, every element works together to retain heat, enhance air quality, and reduce energy demand.

Each home is powered by a modern air-source heat pump (ASHP) system, providing both heating and hot water with impressive efficiency. ASHPs extract warmth from the outside air, using far less energy than traditional systems, reducing both emissions and household costs.

Comfort is never compromised: underfloor heating on the ground floor provides consistent warmth underfoot, while sleek radiators upstairs ensure precise temperature control. Smart Heatmiser thermostats give homeowners fingertip control, helping balance comfort with energy awareness. And for that unmistakable feeling of home, a log burner in the lounge offers character and low-emission warmth, perfect for the colder months.

Powered by Clean, Renewable Energy

Every Cotton Meadows home comes equipped with a market-leading solar panel system, complete with inverter and battery storage. This allows your home to generate and store renewable electricity which significantly reduces reliance on the grid and keeps running costs low.

With a dedicated EV charging point fitted as standard, your home is ready for the future of electric travel from day one.

Together, these innovations make every home not just energy-efficient but truly energy-independent — a genuine investment in sustainable living.

Designed in Harmony with Nature

At Cotton Meadows, sustainability extends beyond the walls of your home.

Each property sits within a thoughtfully landscaped environment designed to nurture biodiversity and encourage connection with nature. Turfed gardens, mature trees, and ornamental planting frame every plot, while buff-stone pathways and coursed local stone boundary walls tie the development to its countryside setting.

By working with the landscape, not against it, we’ve created a place that feels rooted in Barnoldswick’s natural character. Where modern living meets natural balance.

Homes that Care for You & for the Planet

Choosing a Hurstwood Home means choosing a lifestyle that’s better for your wellbeing and for the world around you.

This commitment translates directly into measurable benefits, as highlighted in the HBF Watt a Save Report (January 2025):

• New-build homes emit an average of 1.22 tonnes of carbon per year, compared with 3.51 tonnes for older properties — just 35% of the emissions.
• 86% of new-builds achieve an A or B EPC rating, compared with fewer than 5% of existing homes.
• The average new-build homeowner spends just £800 per year on energy, saving around £979 annually compared with older homes.

Every home at Cotton Meadows contributes to these savings — helping you lower your energy bills, reduce your carbon footprint, and enjoy a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle.

The Future Starts at Home

Cotton Meadows represents the next generation of sustainable living — where innovation, craftsmanship, and environmental responsibility come together.

For Hurstwood Homes, sustainability isn’t an add-on; it’s a foundation. It guides every decision — from the materials we select to the way our communities connect with their surroundings. Because building responsibly today means creating a legacy for tomorrow.

Discover sustainable living at Cotton Meadows.

Book your viewing today and experience the Hurstwood difference. Homes crafted with care, designed for life, and built for the future.