This Earth Day, we are focusing on engaging youth in climate action.

Posted by FXCollaborative Architects LLP , May 1, 2024 - Architects, Industry News

This Earth Day, we are focusing on engaging youth in climate action. We were pleased to join Passive House For Everyone! (PHFE) in hosting High School for Environmental Studies students and teachers to participate in creative arts explorations and hands-on training around Passive House design. We can all benefit from Passive House knowledge, and experiencing these design concepts through a new lens inspires us to work together toward a sustainable…

FERO presents this fun, informative, two-minute video

Posted by FERO Corporation , April 30, 2024 - Construction, Industry News

FERO presents this fun, informative, two-minute video demonstrating how thermally broken shelf angle design using FAST Thermal Brackets significantly outperforms conventional shelf angle design in masonry buildings. Our FAST Thermal Bracket™ Offset Shelf Angle Support is a Passive House Certified Component! Want to learn more about how our engineers and FERO products elevate building envelope performance? Contact us today at: engineering@ferocorp.com We offer a free, AIA accredited webinar on thermally…

Pyramid Triple pane skylights brightens up kitchen of NH colonial high performance renovation

Posted by 475 High Performance Building Supply , April 29, 2024 - Envelope, Industry News

Nick and Jen embarked on a comprehensive renovation and update of a traditional Hanover, NH village colonial home to accommodate their growing family. The renovation they envisioned would focus on energy performance and comfort, air and environmental quality, and also lowering embodied carbon in their construction, without compromising on the classical aesthetics of their home. They brought on 475 High Performance Building Supply as building science consultant to partner with their existing design team (whose experience was more focused…

Let’s play another round of

Posted by Rockwool , April 28, 2024 - Envelope, Industry News

“Spot the ROCKWOOL” - Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Edition Today’s game brings us to South San Francisco and is brought to us by DES Architects and Engineers, DPR Construction and , of course, B.T. Mancini Co., Inc. Hint: Find the Terra Cotta Rainscreen panels Also, some special thanks goes to Pamela Jean Sadler CSI, CDT and Robbie Quintero from ROCKWOOL North America for making it all possible. By Todd…

Earth Day 2024 Festival

Posted by Curtis + Ginsberg Architects , April 27, 2024 - Architects, Industry News

C+GA’s Director of Sustainability and New York Passive House (NYPH) Board Member Crystal Ng recently co-hosted a booth at the Earth Day 2024 Festival, alongside NYPH Co-Founder and Executive Director Andreas M. Benzing, and fellow NYPH Board Member George Kontaroudis, AIA, LEED AP, CPHD. They presented the sustainability features and Passive House design of several C+GA projects, including 4697 Third Ave, Melrose North, 819 Grand, and Three Arts. We are…

Passive Houses come with a string of benefits that separate them from traditionally constructed homes.

Posted by Ingui Architecture , April 26, 2024 - Architects, Industry News

Why do so many of our clients choose to do Passive House? What even is a Passive House?   Passive Houses come with a string of benefits that separate them from traditionally constructed homes. They are well-sealed from air leakage, bugs, and dust, provide filtered, fresh air 24/7 and drastically reduced street noise, and require almost no heating, lowering energy bills and operational carbon emissions. Dive deeper into the what,…

Terracotta for Rainscreen

Posted by Stas Zakrzewski , April 26, 2024 - Construction, Industry News

Excited to dive into exploring terracotta as a rainscreen for our overclad project. There are endless options for colors, textures, and profiles! 🌟 🌟 🌟 Made from clay and water, with a low carbon footprint and no harmful chemicals. Terracotta is strong, long-lasting, and eco-friendly! ♻️ 🌿

It’s always exciting to see one of our favorite projects hit the market.

Posted by Ingui Architecture , April 24, 2024 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Industry News

This Park Slope rowhome, situated on a bustling corner, has a two-car garage at the rear of the lot, and a courtyard connecting the main home and garage. Playing with the geometries of both structures’ facades allowed us to create a home filled with light, which still felt secluded from the street. Interior Design: Tamara Eaton Contractor: IA Construction Management, Inc. Staging: Hovey Design Photography: Peter Peirce Learn more about our…

ENERsign® lift and slide doors

Posted by ENERsign GmBH , April 22, 2024 - Industry News, Products

ENERsign® lift and slide doors offer practical and efficient solutions for connecting indoor and outdoor spaces. Their easy-to-operate lift and slide mechanism allows for smooth opening and closing while providing good thermal insulation and security. With a simple design and straightforward functionality, these doors are a reliable choice for those seeking to enhance their living space with natural light and unobstructed views. Read More

Expansion of photovoltaic (PV)

Posted by Schöck North America , April 20, 2024 - Energy, Industry News

We're proud to announce the expansion of our photovoltaic (PV) systems across Schöck's European production facilities, underscoring our commitment to sustainability. As we strive for climate neutrality by 2035, we're set to increase our installed capacity by approximately 59% by 2025 — a significant step in reducing CO2 emissions and fossil resource consumption. 🌱 Learn More