Passive homes

Some advantages of passive houses include lower energy costs and design flexibility, airtightness, extreme comfort, HRV compliance, and constant dryness. But, on the other hand, they're also expensive to build and difficult to locate.

OPAL's modern reinterpretation of regional vernacular themes, comprehensive site response, and a deep integration of building performance and aesthetics.

Enjoy sustainable living just north of New York City with this one-of-a-kind passive solar home that heats itself.

What does the term Solar Passive Design actually mean? Passive solar design refers to the use of the sun's energy for the heating and cooling of living spaces. In this approach, the building itself or some element of it takes advantage of natural energy characteristics in materials and air

Completed in 2018 in Columbia County, United States. Images by Oliver Mint. The first ground-up residential project completed by emerging New York City-based Amalgam Studio. Conceived as a modern barn, the 5,000 sq ft (465...

A Passive House is a highly energy efficient building standard that is known to combat global warming while also promoting indoor comfort and soundproofing.

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Check out Part 1 of a 3-part blog series... #CherieGoff breaks sustainable design into three steps. The first covers reducing energy use through Passive Heating and Cooling, the second covers options with Mechanical Systems, and the third covers Indoor Air Quality, Water Efficiency and Sustainable Materials. #sustainable #passiveheatingandcooling