High-Performance Home Construction.

Putting Today's Building Science to Work

These construction techniques are essential to building healthy, comfortable, and durable homes. Balancing the aesthetics of the home with the performance of the building systems involves many conversations, and each client will choose different paths. We have to figure out which techniques make sense for your project. Some projects use all of them, and some use just a few. These are the options that may be available for your build. 

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Optimizing Window Placement

Orient to the south for passive solar gain

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Renewable Energy

Photovoltaics, ground source heat, and house batteries

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Energy-Efficient Heating and Cooling Systems

Heat pumps and hybrid gas-electric HVAC systems

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Balanced Ventilation

Bringing in fresh air with energy recovery ventilation

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High-Performance Windows and Doors

Triple-glazed, insulated and air sealed

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Super Insulation

Beyond code by 50% or more thick wall assemblies, outsulation, or sub-slab insulation

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Low-Carbon Materials

Low global warming potential with products like cellulose vs. closed cell foam

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Durable Exterior Detailing

Rain screens, insect screens, and bulk water management

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Air Sealing

Existing structure and any new additions to <1 air changes per hour at 50 pascals

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Battery Backup/Off-Grid Capacity

Resilience during power outages, ensuring safety, comfort, and functionality.