The passive house approach to construction offers the ultimate in energy efficiency. To achieve its standards, builders have to follow five exacting rules.
Completed in 2018 by Russian architceture firm Snegiri Architects, the cottage was created as a “passive house”, with the ability to save 90 percent more energy than a regular home thanks to a little technical know-how.
Keep the building warm in the winter and cool in the summer with little to no utility bills / fossil fuels. This increases both psychological and physiological comfort. Both the International Building Code and the International Residential Code have requirements for maintaining a minimum temperature in buildings. They do not have requirements for a maximum temperature
A Passive House is a highly energy efficient building standard that is known to combat global warming while also promoting indoor comfort and soundproofing.
When it comes to building energy-efficient homes, there are various design approaches available to homeowners and architects alike. Two popular strategies that often get confused are Passive Solar Design (PSD) and Passive House (PH) Design.While both share the common goal of reducing energy consumption and improving comfort, they have distinct principles and methodologies.In this blog, we'll delve deeper into each approach, highlighting their unique features and benefits to help you make an info
The "Stella House" is a thoughtfully crafted, efficient, and comfortable home designed by DEMO Architects, in Cushing, Maine, north of Portland.
A new family home in County Armagh blends together a traditional, clustered farmhouse style and a modern aesthetic so seamlessly, you would never even guess it’s a certified passive house.
This is no-doubt one of the most efficient houses on Earth.
Completed in 2009 in Bessancourt, France. Images by Hervé Abbadie and Karawitz. Aesthetically, this house is a sculptural and abstract replica of a traditional house. The design by Karawitz Architecture reveals a double faced...
Passive House Design is becoming more and more prevalent all over the world. Read on to learn all you need to know to embark on your Passive House journey.
Hill House is a passive house designed and constructed by Snegiri Architects with a living green roof that blends the home seamlessly with its natural woodland
Karawitz Architecture: The town of Bessancourt lies about 28 km north-west of Paris.
Completed in 2018 by Russian architceture firm Snegiri Architects, the cottage was created as a “passive house”, with the ability to save 90 percent more energy than a regular home thanks to a little technical know-how.
Image 36 of 38 from gallery of Passive House Pavilion of Longfor Sundar / SUP Atelier. Ventilation Strategy
Nova Scotia–based engineer and builder Natalie Leonard designs plans for affordable, super-insulated homes based on solid building science research.
Basements and foundations are usually made of concrete and insulated with plastic foam. Being built on stilts gets rid of a lot of those problematic materials.
Discover how to build a passive house that's energy-efficient and eco-friendly. Our guide shows you how to create your dream sustainable home.
Image 3 of 19 from gallery of Olive Passive House / DEMO Architects. Photograph by Chaunte Vaughn
The passive house approach to construction offers the ultimate in energy efficiency. To achieve its standards, builders have to follow five exacting rules.