Passive building techniques

This project was executed in prefabricated timber frame technology base on the individual project and design. Built time – 3 months to development stage. murator.pl All structural elements were cut on a CNC machinery with extreme precision with accordance to production drawings. murator.pl murator.pl murator.pl murator.pl Building represent characteristics of a high energy passive house. murator.pl More

This first-of-its kind community-based renewal will replace old, unsuitable housing with well designed, attractive homes that also improve the local area. The design of the new precinct, part of the Public Housing Renewal Program (PHRP), incorporates input from the community and will feature modern sustainable design with improved open space and other features that the wider community can enjoy. Incorporating 7 buildings (heights between 3 and 12 levels), the 455 apartments will be delivered under a unique procurement and PPP model. The design creates a ‘village’ of buildings offering both social and private (build to rent) housing within one site. A consistent but varied materials palette provides a unique identity to each bui... More

The buyers of the Bay View House, aptly named for its waterfront locale, were seeking a perfect home to retire in, one with a smaller footprint that meshed with their creative leanings, all while staying within a set budget. Energy and water savings, as well as working with the natural landscape, also were the key challenges. As outlined in Atlantic Focus magazine, Passive Design Solutions worked in conjunction with Carpentry Inc. and Engineering Ltd. to develop a concept that met these needs while leveraging the performance opportunities of a passive energy design.  Caption Performance efforts began with the orientation and layout of the home. The team considered existing trees and landscape, and clerestory and operable windows... More