PassiveHousedesignhas long been associated with private single-family homes, but theseapartmentcomplexes making sustainable architecture accessible to a broader range of inhabitants.
The NYPassiveHouseCase Study showcases high-performance buildings across New York State. It offers case studies,designinspiration, and insights into energy-efficient,PassiveHouse-certified projects. Users can explore innovativedesigns, learn about materials and systems, and discover the professionals behind these cutting-edge projects.
42Choose your windows early in the process. Welcome to thePassiveBuildingDesignGuide for Multifamily Construction When we began thePassiveHouseInstitute US in 2007, we focused primarily onhouses, because that's primarily what we designed and built for a living.
PassiveHouseis a high performance building standard developed by thePassiveHouseInstitute (PHI) originally in 1990 and by thePassiveHouseInstitute US (PHIUS) in 2007. Buildings certified toPassiveHousestandards reliably provide reduction in energy needed for heating and cooling of up to 90%, and up to 75% reduction in overall energy use, compared to existing buildings. It focuses on ...
Phius provides climate- and building-specific standards to guide thedesignand construction ofPassiveHouseprojects in North America. The two Phius certification paths, Phius CORE and Phius ZERO, can be applied to new construction, including: single family homes, multifamily buildings, offices, schools, and other projects.
Passivedesignstrategies in architecture make a building more sustainable and site-relevant. Explore the strategies ...
The benefits ofPassiveHousedesignare extensive—and directly align with New YorkCity'sgoals for energy equity, public health, and sustainability: Dramatic energy reduction: Buildings built to thePassiveHousestandard cut energy use by up to 60 percent overall, significantly lowering utility bills for owners and tenants alike.
