Apr 5, 2021 | Architect Resources, Green Building, Passive House
The hospitality sector offers up some specific challenges when it comes to utilizing the Passive House standard. From giant commercial kitchens to rooms packed with warm bodies, the problems could seem to overwhelm an energy efficient system. However, Passive House...
Mar 29, 2021 | Green Building, Understanding Architecture
So, you have a building project. Maybe you’re building a new home. Maybe you’re renovating your office. Maybe you need a shed to store some lawn and garden tools in. Regardless of the size or scope of your project, here are nine ways an architect can help...
Mar 23, 2021 | Green Building, Understanding Architecture
When people begin thinking about building an energy efficient home, one of the first items of concern is the cost. It’s true that it will probably cost more to build an energy efficient, or high performance, home but the upfront cost can really be thought of as an...
Mar 8, 2021 | Architect Resources, Green Building, Passive House
Passive House is the preferred model for many ecologically concerned potential home builders. And for good reason. The savings in energy costs alone make it an appealing alternative to conventional homes. Passive House homes can save the owner from 60-80% in utility...
Mar 3, 2021 | Architect Resources, Green Building, Passive House
If a client comes to you looking to build a high performance home, they probably already know the cost will be somewhat higher than building a conventional home. They may also know they will earn some of that back in energy cost savings. What they may not know is the...
Feb 16, 2021 | Architect Resources, Green Building, Passive House
Environmentally-conscious clients who are looking to build a home have many options. On one end of the spectrum is a conventional home with some energy efficient appliances. On the other end is the Living Building Challenge, for which a building must prove to be...
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