Passive Farm House

A modern home design lends itself well to the energy efficient requirements of the Passive House standard. This family wanted a farm-style home that met 2030 energy efficiency standards, so we are quite proud of this project as it meets the stringent requirements of the Passive House standard without sacrificing the traditional look the Project Team wanted. Highlights of this home included a pre-fabricated structure that was erected in five days, extensive shiplap interior cladding, rustic beams, high quality millwork, an outdoor kitchen & a secret attic playspace for the kids!

Sustainable Highlights:

•      A record-setting air-tightness rating of 0.19 air changes per hour (ACH)
•      Insulated concrete foundation (ICF) foundation walls
•      Pre-fabricated, pre-insulated wall and roof structure
•      15” thick exterior walls with an R-value of R-47
•      Airtight and vapour controlling SIGA building envelope system
•      Optiwin triple pane high performance windows from Austria
•      Magnetic induction electric cooktop
•      Electric heat pump condensing clothes dryer
•      Sanden CO2 eco-friendly heat pump water tank
•      Zehnder ComfoAir Q600 heat recovery ventilator
•      Drain water heat recovery exchanger
•      LED lighting
•      Solar panels tied to a net metering system for energy generation credits

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