Renewable Homes
Net-Positive Energy Multi-Family Passive House Design
Resources
Renewable Homes brochure
Renewable Homes SPROUT Competition Entry
BluPath was the architect and Passive House consultant for this innovative 16-unit multifamily workforce-housing building. Energy conservation is achieved through Passive House design and construction, with roof-mounted solar PV to provide overall net-zero performance.
3rd Place Award Winner, 2016 SEF / West Penn SEF Energy Sprout Competition, Business Category
Building features
ADA-compliant 1- and 2-bedroom apartments
Energy-efficient appliances with individual laundries
High-quality climate and sound control
Unit-controlled heating, cooling
Continuous filtered ventilation
Solar PV panels
Utilities included in rent
Remote online utility monitor
On-site amenities
Parking + bike storage
Picnic and grill area
Elevator
Remote security access and monitoring
Exterior lighting and sustainable landscaping
Pet-friendly watering station
WUFI Passive energy model preliminary results
42,620 kWh Annual Building Energy Use
46,021 kWh Annual Solar Generation
7.4% Net Positive Energy Produced
The design was not constructed.