Experience the Comfort and Efficiency of Passive Houses

Building for a sustainable future, one home at a time.

At DeHaven Design & Build, we're passionate about creating homes that provide exceptional comfort, while reducing energy consumption and promoting a sustainable lifestyle. One approach that aligns perfectly with our values is the Passive House concept. It's time to delve deeper into this innovative home design strategy and explore the unparalleled benefits it can bring to your daily living experience.

A brief overview of Passive Houses

The Passive House concept is a rigorous, voluntary standard for energy efficiency in buildings. Its primary goal is to reduce the ecological footprint of homes by creating structures that require minimal energy for heating and cooling. This is achieved by implementing a set of core principles that focus on insulation, airtightness, high-performance windows, and energy recovery ventilation systems. The result? A home that's as comfortable as it is energy-efficient.

The secrets behind a Passive House's efficiency

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Superior Insulation

Passive Houses use insulation values that are tailored to your exact location on earth. Climates range even within a state, Passive House accounts for these differences and guides us builders from information that is modeled, not assumed. In all cases Passive Houses provide a continuous thermal envelope around the home, minimizing heat transfer and maintaining a comfortable interior temperature year-round.

2

Airtight Construction

Attention to detail is crucial in creating an airtight building envelope, eliminating drafts and preventing heat loss through air leakage.

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High-Performance Windows

Passive Houses are equipped with windows with lower U-values, low-emissivity coatings, and robust gaskets ensuring optimal insulation and minimal heat and air transfer.

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Energy recovery ventilation + Dehumidification

These systems provide up to 6 times the fresh outside air to a home continuously all year while consuming a fraction of the energy.

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Passive solar design

By leveraging the sun's natural energy, Passive Houses are designed to maximize solar heat gain in the winter and minimize overheating in the summer through passive shading strategies.

Durability, efficiency, and sustainability – the pillars of a lower footprint, higher comfort life.

When you live in a Passive House, you experience unparalleled comfort and well-being. Indoor air quality is improved thanks to the continuous supply of fresh air and the elimination of drafts. This, combined with a consistent interior temperature, creates a healthy and comfortable living environment.

Passive Houses are also incredibly energy-efficient, requiring up to 80-90% less heating and cooling energy than traditional homes. This not only reduces your utility bills but also decreases your carbon footprint, contributing to a more sustainable future for all generations.

Building your dream Passive House with DeHaven Design & Build

If you're inspired by the Passive House concept and eager to embrace a sustainable lifestyle, DeHaven Design & Build is here to help. We specialize in creating custom homes that not only meet the Passive House standard but also reflect your unique style and needs. Let's work together to create a home that provides unmatched comfort, efficiency, and sustainability for years to come.