Meet The Team

1. What do you enjoy most about your role at okoHaus?
The variety of every day and project. We are constantly finding new perspectives on how we can improve and having to think about the best solution for a certain scenario.
2. Why is sustainability important to you?
Sustainability for me is about making sensible decisions now to positively impact the long term. That can impact everything from the products we choose to supply, to how we run the business.
3. If you had to describe your job in three words, what would they be?
Fun, challenging, rewarding
4. What’s one project you’ve worked on that you’re particularly proud of?
We are constantly working on projects that I am proud of, but the ones that stand out the most are those where we have received multiple future referrals. I feel really proud of our team when we receive referrals from customers. To give a referral is a really personal thing, showing the customers really trust us.
5. What’s one piece of advice you’d give homeowners looking to make their homes more energy-efficient?
I would say to focus on a ‘fabric first’ approach to your project. The fabric of the building needs to perform well for the long term, since this is the part of the building that is hardest to change later. In the life of the building you might change kitchens and bathrooms several times, but hopefully never need to change the external fabric (walls, floors, roof and of course windows).
6. What do you like to do outside of work?
I am currently doing a lot of running in preparation for the Ipswich Half Marathon. I also enjoy cycling and in the summer a lot of camping trips with my young family.

1. What do you enjoy most about your role at okoHaus? 
I like the people we work with – our amazing colleagues, suppliers, and clients.
2. Why is sustainability important to you? 
There are lots of reasons, but mainly I want my children to grow up in a beautiful, clean environment and without sustainability this would not be possible.
3. If you had to describe your job in three words, what would they be? 
Varied, number heavy and interesting (to me).
4. What’s one project you’ve worked on that you’re particularly proud of? 
As finance director I am not really involved in our customers' projects, so I would say the project I am most proud of was the ‘project’ to start directly employing our installation team, kitting out their vans with tools and materials and branding. This has really paid off for us and given us the ability to create a more cohesive culture.
5. What’s one piece of advice you’d give homeowners looking to make their homes more energy-efficient? 
Do your research; investing upfront will pay off and save money in the future whilst creating a more enjoyable home. For example, the price difference between double and triple glazing might be less than you think, so it is worth getting the comparison quotes.
6. What do you like to do outside of work? 
Pretty standard stuff – I love spending time with my family and friends, travelling and going to the gym. My new hobby is sourdough baking, and I am happy to share my starter with anyone who is interested.

1. What do you enjoy most about your role at okoHaus?
The teamwork and togetherness. It’s like a big family atmosphere.
2. Why is sustainability important to you?
Sustainability is important to me for our future generations to come – our children and grandchildren.
3. If you had to describe your job in three words, what would they be?
Rewarding, challenging, skilled.
4. What’s one project you’ve worked on that you’re particularly proud of?
All projects we have been involved in I’m proud of in one way or another.
5. What’s one piece of advice you’d give homeowners looking to make their homes more energy-efficient?
Come to okoHaus for all the advice you need for a more energy-efficient home when it comes to your windows and doors.
6. What do you like to do outside of work?
Outside of work, I love to follow Liverpool FC and go to as many games as possible. I also enjoy spending family time making memories with my children and two grandchildren.

1. What do you enjoy most about your role at okoHaus?
I enjoy working closely with clients to be able to assist them through their projects from start to finish. It’s rewarding to see their vision come to life and know that we’ve played a part in making it happen.
2. Why is sustainability important to you?
Sustainability is important to me, as it is about making conscious choices today that positively impact the future.
3. If you had to describe your job in three words, what would they be?
Varied, creative, engaging.
4. What’s one project you’ve worked on that you’re particularly proud of?
I’m proud of our Brakenwood Crescent project. It’s only a small refurbishment project, but it’s the first project I was involved in from the very first showroom visit, prepared the quote, followed up with the client, surveyed, ordered and was there at the end for the positive client feedback!
5. What’s one piece of advice you’d give homeowners looking to make their homes more energy-efficient?
Prioritise core elements such as insulation and airtightness.
6. What do you like to do outside of work?
I love to travel and explore new places whenever I can.

1. What do you enjoy most about your role at okoHaus?
Working with a good team. We really work well together and get the job done efficiently whilst enjoying the work.
2. Why is sustainability important to you? 
Improving the standard of products and quality of installation we provide.
3. If you had to describe your job in three words, what would they be?
Enjoyable, heavy, rewarding.
4. What’s one project you’ve worked on that you’re particularly proud of? 
I particularly liked our Chandos Farm project. It was an impressive new build home, with very large complex gable end units, and the clients were very nice.
5. What’s one piece of advice you’d give homeowners looking to make their homes more energy-efficient? 
Prioritise plenty of insulation, but don't forget about the quality of fitting.
6. What do you like to do outside of work? 
Watching football, going to the pub, bike riding locally around Thetford Forest.

1. What do you enjoy most about your role at okoHaus?
For me, it’s the team – we work so well together, and it’s really satisfying seeing clients happy with what we deliver.
2. Why is sustainability important to you?
Sustainability matters because it ensures a healthier planet and future for everyone.
3. If you had to describe your job in three words, what would they be?
Rewarding, enjoyable, challenging (positively).
4. What’s one project you’ve worked on that you’re particularly proud of?
Chandos Farm and Timbers.
5. What’s one piece of advice you’d give homeowners looking to make their homes more energy-efficient?
Seal air leaks and improve insulation.
6. What do you like to do outside of work?
Watching sport, playing golf, spending time with family and socialising.

1. What do you enjoy most about your role at okoHaus?
I am passionate about architectural design. I enjoy working with customers and architects to provide product solutions that enhance their designs.
2. Why is sustainability important to you?
I believe we should all work towards protecting the environment around us and promote higher building standards in the UK. Sustainable building and design should strive to benefit natural ecosystems and improve our health and wellbeing.
3. If you had to describe your job in three words, what would they be?
Technical, precision, variety.
4. What’s one project you’ve worked on that you’re particularly proud of?
Our Secretaries project in Bures. Using Velfac frames to create clerestory ribbon glazing, the challenge was to line the clerestory frames up with the doors and windows which were positioned below whilst incorporating corner junctions. A lot of work went into the design and sizing of all the glazed units, but it was all worth it in the end when all frame sightlines lined up perfectly.
5. What’s one piece of advice you’d give homeowners looking to make their homes more energy-efficient?
Fabric first. Using the correct materials to maximise the performance of the envelope (walls, roof, windows & doors) of your home will pay you back in the future.
6. What do you like to do outside of work?
I enjoy pushing myself to the limit in all sports – in particular cycling, skiing, tennis and a love/hate relationship with running.

1. What do you enjoy most about your role at okoHaus? 
Seeing customers’ happy faces at the end of a job, and working with such a great team.
2. Why is sustainability important to you?
To preserve our planet for future generations. 
3. If you had to describe your job in three words, what would they be?
Enjoyable, rewarding, teamwork (we all work really well together).
4. What’s one project you’ve worked on that you’re particularly proud of?
Timbers, Woolverstone. The job just went really well and the house looked great.
5. What’s one piece of advice you’d give homeowners looking to make their homes more energy-efficient?
I’d strongly advise them to use the Illbruck i3 sealant system we offer.
6. What do you like to do outside of work?
I play football competitively 2-3 times a week and enjoy going on long dog walks with my family.

1. What do you enjoy most about your role at okoHaus?
The team, being able to work outside and having a job that keeps me fit.
2. Why is sustainability important to you?
Making something last so as not to have to do it again.
3. If you had to describe your job in three words, what would they be?
Educating, varied, physical.
4. What’s one project you’ve worked on that you’re particularly proud of?
Japonica, Waldringfield. I enojoyed the challenge of achieving a very airtight installation, the site was well run and tidy and we have received many referrals from the project.
5. What’s one piece of advice you’d give homeowners looking to make their homes more energy-efficient?
Invest in good quality insulation, especially windows!
6. What do you like to do outside of work?
Keeping fit and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.