The Habibat 001 integrated bat box conforms to BS 42021:2022, supporting best practice for biodiversity within the built environment.

Manufactured from lightweight, non-toxic insulating concrete, the unit integrates directly into masonry construction. It can be finished to match brick, stone or render façades, ensuring a discreet and aesthetically consistent appearance within the building envelope.

Developed in collaboration with the Bat Conservation Trust, the Habibat 001 provides suitable roosting conditions for a range of crevice-dwelling UK bat species, including:

• Pipistrelle species
• Natterer’s bat
• Brandt’s bat
• Whiskered bat

The internal roost space is designed to provide stable conditions while supporting natural bat behaviour.

The Habibat 001 is designed to deliver reliable habitat provision throughout the lifetime of the building.

• Manufactured using Euroclass A1 non-combustible materials with Euroclass A2 non-combustible adhesive
• Designed to last for the full life of the structure
• Requires little to no ongoing maintenance
• Compatible with modern construction methods

This ensures long-term ecological value while minimising maintenance requirements.

Habibat bat boxes are designed to complement a wide range of architectural styles and materials.

Options include:

• Smooth red, Smooth Buff and smooth blue standard brick finishes.
• Unfaced units suitable for render finishing
• Can be made in any brick to match the brickwork on the building
• Can be finished in stone to match the fabric of the building
• Typical lead time of approximately 30 working days

This flexibility allows integrated habitat features to align with the design intent of each project.

The Habibat 001 has been developed with practical site conditions in mind.

It is:

• Sized to standard UK brickwork dimensions
• Simple and quick for bricklayers to install
• Designed to avoid delays or programme disruption
• Suitable across a wide range of building types

By integrating directly into the build process, the box eliminates the need for retrofitting later in construction.

The Habibat 001 has been successfully used across the UK for more than 20 years in a wide range of developments, including:

• Housing developments
• Infrastructure projects
• Schools and education buildings
• Hospitals and healthcare sites
• Private and public sector developments

This long track record provides confidence that the solution performs effectively for both wildlife and project compliance.

The Habibat 001 forms part of a wider biodiversity enhancement strategy within development projects.

Integrated bat boxes are recognised as additional ecological enhancement measures aligned with BS 8683:2021, contributing to the overall ecological value of a development.

The product is suitable for supporting:

• Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) strategies
• Ecological mitigation and enhancement
• Planning and licensing requirements

By integrating habitats directly into the building fabric, the solution provides a robust, long-term biodiversity enhancement.