Environmentally conscious families, planning to build a custom home today, are concerned about their carbon footprint and sustainability. As they plan their new home, British Columbia residents soon come across the BC Energy Step Code website and the high-performance staircase.
High-performance homes are simply a better home – better for the environment, more comfortable to live in, healthier, quieter, more durable, and more valuable when it comes time to sell.
The Passive House high-performance building standard is recognized by the United Nations as the optimal way to build healthy, climate-resilient, affordable, and energy-efficient buildings.
Roof Systems: pitch, shape and aesthetics of the roof; we cover the top roofing materials used in high-performance homes on Canada’s West Coast.
High-performance home insulation, windows and doors: sub-slab insulation, super insulation and ENERGY STAR® certified doors, windows and skylights.
In this article our goal is to provide you with a basic understanding of popular heating/cooling/ventilation solutions for high-performance homes, so you can engage in informed discussions with the consultant or designer/builder you’re considering for your custom home or remodel.
What is it like, living in a passive house in the Sea to Sky Corridor? Squamish and Whistler both offer residents a warm small-town vibe, but with big-city amenities and outdoor recreational activities right at your doorstep. The Sea to
We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of passive house FAQs for you, with the most commonly asked passive house questions and also some of the other questions that are more difficult to find answers to. The questions and answers are loosely
Canada’s commitment to tackle climate change is evident in its programs to decrease overall dependence on fossil fuels and reduce carbon emissions. The housing and construction industry has been particularly identified as one area that can have an immediate impact.
