Breathing Buildings
Latest round
- Series B
Last raised
- Sep 2012
Total raised
- $4.3M
Investors
- 4
About Breathing Buildings
Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Cambridge, UK, Breathing Buildings Ltd develops advanced ventilation systems. The firm was acquired by Volution Holdings in December 2016 for an undisclosed amount.Breathing Buildings specializes in natural and hybrid ventilation systems designed to enhance indoor air quality and thermal comfort across various building types. Their core product offerings include the NVHR® (Natural Ventilation Heat Recovery), which utilizes a controlled hybrid ventilation approach to efficiently manage indoor climates without the discomfort of cold draughts, particularly in cooler weather. These systems are engineered for use in schools, commercial buildings, healthcare facilities, and retail spaces, addressing the need for effective fresh air delivery and energy efficiency. Breathing Buildings serves a diverse customer base that includes architects, building contractors, and facilities managers, primarily in the UK, Europe, and select markets in North America.Breathing Buildings generates revenue through direct sales of their ventilation systems and associated services, which include design consultancy and installation support. Transactions typically occur through B2B relationships with construction firms, architects, and facility operators who seek advanced ventilation solutions for new builds or retrofits. Clients engage with Breathing Buildings to implement tailored ventilation strategies that align with their energy efficiency goals, often opting for comprehensive packages that encompass both the hardware and ongoing maintenance contracts. The company’s flagship NVHR® system, among other products, is priced to reflect its advanced technology. New product designs are anticipated to include advanced versions of their ventilation systems, with potential launches set for late 2024. The company is targeting growth in European markets and select regions in North America, aiming for significant market penetration by 2025.
Who invested in Breathing Buildings
4 investors across 2 rounds
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Who invested in Breathing Buildings?
Breathing Buildings has 4 investors on record across 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.
How much funding has Breathing Buildings raised?
Breathing Buildings has raised 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did Breathing Buildings last raise money?
Breathing Buildings's most recent round on record is a Series B, in Sep 2012.
What does Breathing Buildings do?
Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Cambridge, UK, Breathing Buildings Ltd develops advanced ventilation systems.
Where is Breathing Buildings headquartered?
Breathing Buildings is headquartered in Cambridge, UK.
Which VCs invest in companies like Breathing Buildings?
Among active investors with capital left to deploy, Index Ventures, Forbion, European Investment Bank and Generation Investment Management back heating, cooling & ventilation equipment and services companies at Breathing Buildings's stage. Their profiles are linked below.
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