Project Specs
| Location: | Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta |
| Building Type: | Single Family Residential |
| Project Phase: | Certified |
| Certification Type: | Passive House Classic |
| Year of Construction: | 2013 |
| Gross Floor Area (m2): | 246.4 |
| Treated Floor Area (m2): | 246.4 |
| PHPP Verification: | Download |
Project Description
The Cottonwood Passive House sits on a sloping site at the edge of town, enjoying views to the North Saskatchewan River valley. Primary living spaces – bedrooms, living room, kitchen – are oriented toward the south with generous glazed openings to capitalize on passive solar gains. The house can function on one level, allowing the walk-out basement to be converted into a standalone guest suite in the future. The project demonstrates that exceptional energy efficiency is possible with minimal additional investment not only under ideal conditions, but also in a suburban context.
Construction type: Timber Construction
