04 | ECD ARCHITECTS: A NEW MODEL FOR TACKLING ESTATE REFURBISHMENT AND FUEL POVERTY “Despite the many challenges of undertaking the largest EnerPHit scheme in the world with residents in occupation and the resulting programme delays, the Wilmcote House project has already achieved its principle objective to address fuel poverty by significantly reducing residents’ energy bills whilst also simultaneously improving their living environment and comfort levels. In addition, the scheme has transformed a deteriorating 1960s tower block into a modern, secure block with an extended life span that will most likely meet future energy performance standards.” STEVE GROVES Asset Manager, Portsmouth City Council