PASSIVE HOUSE – HIGH PERFORMANCE

PASSIVE HOUSE DESIGN FOR BEAUTIFUL HIGH PERFORMANCE HOMES.

At cacharchitecture.com, we are leaders in crafting beautiful, energy-efficient homes that not only stand out aesthetically but also prioritize health and comfort for your family. We stay at the forefront of the latest high-performing building envelope and building science practices, ensuring your single-family home is built to the highest standards of sustainability and performance. This dedication extends to our specialization in Passive House design, a recognized approach to achieving exceptional energy efficiency while creating a healthy and comfortable living environment. We are proud to be certified Passive House Consultants through the Passive House Institute US (PHIUS) (https://www.phius.org/), a leading organization in promoting high-performance, energy-efficient buildings.

WHY PASSIVE HOUSE?

Passive house certification provides a quality control standard that ensures your home will meet its performance design objectives. Energy modeling, traditional consulting mechanical engineering and PHIUS review work together to make sure your home has outstanding indoor climate comfort and excellent air quality.

Passive house design offers a multitude of benefits, including:

Improved comfort

Passive House homes provide consistent and comfortable temperatures year-round, eliminating drafts and hot spots.

Enhanced indoor air quality

Passive Homes offer superior indoor air quality, leading to a healthier living environment for you and your family. A constant supply of filtered fresh air is delivered through an Energy Recovery Ventilator. The ERV effectively lets you have the windows open all year without sacrificing heat (or cooling) loss. As an added benefit the incoming air is filtered, reducing pollen and other outdoor air pollutants.

Reduced environmental impact

By using significantly less energy, Passive Homes contribute to a smaller carbon footprint and a more sustainable future.

Reduced energy bills

You can expect to save 75-90% on your annual heating and cooling costs, translating to significant financial savings over the lifetime of the home.

PHIUS SOUNDS OVERWHELMING, CAN CACH STILL HELP?

Absolutely, our knowledge of building envelope practices can be applied to any project regardless of certification. We pride ourselves on helping our clients understand and implement the core strategies of good building science practices ensuring their new home stays dry, rot and mold resistant for a long time.

NAVIGATING THE EVOLVING LANDSCAPE OF THE MA ENERGY CODE

The Massachusetts energy code is steadily becoming more stringent, reflecting a growing commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability in the state. We at CACH understand the complexities of navigating these evolving regulations. Our expertise in high-performance building practices and Passive House design positions us to be a valuable partner for both homeowners and builders in navigating this changing landscape. We can guide you through the requirements of the new code, ensuring your project meets all necessary standards.

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