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High Performance Houses in a world of uncertainty. Houses of the future, today.
We’re in a time when we are facing the idea that systems we live within are precarious. This blog post talks about what changes you can make to future-proof your home against uncertainty and changing conditions. If you’re planning to build, this is the perfect time to think and make changes to your design in preparation.
Building Envelope of Justice
The framing is complete on the Thomas House Project! The building envelope, vapour/air barrier and weatherproofing strategies are now being implemented, but not without some learning lessons.
Energy is Everything
Our initial modelling came out pretty good, but we can tighten it up! As well, we consider different heating options for a very efficient home, while considering the impact our heating systems will have on our future solar photovoltaic system.
Breaking Earth
Breaking ground - the initial considerations and steps for Alberta's first off-grid, Passive Net-zero home.