NYPH statement on anti-AAPI violence and institutional racism

Posted by Andreas Benzing , April 7, 2021 - Industry News, Policy

The recent violence targeting Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders is simply unacceptable. Sadly, it is only the latest manifestation of the destructive force on our communities of institutional racism. As design, engineering, and construction professionals, whose work is to create homes, offices, and communities that enhance human dignity and comfort, we have an obligation to speak up for civil rights and to act to dismantle systemic racism. New York Passive…

BENCHMARKING RESULT FOR PASSIVE HOUSE RETROFITS RATED TOP 5%

Posted by NYPH , February 11, 2021 - Architects, Industry News

We are pleased to share our benchmarked data that puts our retrofit building’s energy performance within the top 5% in the city for its energy use. We present three of our completed retrofit projects, two-six story affordable co-op multifamily buildings on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, and a historic row-house in the Sunnyside Gardens Historic District. The benchmarked data also validates Passive House (PH) strategies as cost-effective to retrofit homes. Our…

Magnusson Architecture and Planning (MAP) becomes Sponsor of NYPH

Posted by NYPH , January 25, 2021 - Industry News

Magnusson Architecture and Planning (MAP) becomes Sponsor of NYPH. For over three decades, Magnusson Architecture and Planning (MAP) has pioneered outstanding building design and urban revitalization projects as the foundation for vibrant and sustainable communities. Our top priority is to assist non-profit groups, municipalities, and developers to reshape neighborhoods to improve their residents’ quality of life. Decades after our firm was founded in 1986, we continue to reinvent the design…

NYPH awarded a Gotham Green Award Winner® 2020

Posted by NYPH , December 2, 2020 - Industry News

Gotham Green Awards 2020 Gotham Green® annually recognizes those who make a difference in our communities and the world by celebrating people and organizations, both Gotham members and non-Gotham members, who work in ways big and small; for-profit and not-for-profit, to make our world a little greener. Gotham Green® provides a platform for businesses and professionals who seek to connect and promote sustainable business opportunities, practices and relationships. I am…

International Passive House Days | Sidney Place Passive House Project

Posted by NYPH , November 9, 2020 - Industry News

   This Brooklyn Heights Greek Revival townhouse built in 1846 is currently undergoing a full renovation and restoration that includes a 2-story rear addition, cellar excavation, roof dormers, all new Zola windows and doors, and an 18-foot wide Lamilux roof skylight. It will be EnerPHit certified and is currently under construction, with air sealing details, mechanicals, window installation details, and much more visible on the tour.

We’re on a mission to collect performance and cost data from multifamily Passive House buildings in the U.S.

Posted by NYPH , October 28, 2020 - Industry News

Why should anyone contribute to this database? In 2019, HPD, CPC, Bright Power, and Steven Winters Associates went on a mission to identify and collect performance and cost data from multifamily Passive House buildings. While Passive House has demonstrated great success for decades, there currently isn’t a database dedicated to capturing and publishing cost and energy data from Passive House projects. This lack of available data has made it challenging…

Special Announcement | Next NYPH President and the first Executive Director

Posted by NYPH , September 24, 2020 - Industry News

Announcing the next New York Passive House President   The New York Passive House Board of Directors are pleased to announce that Stas Zakrzewski will be the new President at NYPH. The New York Passive House Board of Directors has elected Vice President Stas Zakrzewski to serve as President of New York Passive House as of September 16th. Stas is not a stranger to New York Passive House, having served as Vice President for the…

Product Showcase | Latest and Greatest Airsealing & Vapor Control

Posted by NYPH , August 5, 2020 - Industry News

 Nick Shaw | 475 High Performance Building Supply | nick@foursevenfive.com   Description - 475 High Performance Building Supply New York Product Consultant, Nick Shaw, presents the current materials and methods being utilized by New York City construction firms to optimize building envelopes for both new construction and retrofit projects. In particular, we will review new liquid-applied membranes for interior and exterior application, fully-adhered membranes for exterior. Presenter - Nick…