The narrowness of the lot dictates a vertical form for the 3-bedroom house. To provide for future accessibility, the design by Whitney Architecture incorporates an thermally-isolated elevator inside the envelope, a unique feature among single-family Passive House projects. The home also has a ramp to the front entry.
Hammer & Hand’s construction of the home incorporates materials salvaged from the site’s original structure, a modest home in disrepair. Upturned roof “wings” and modern building materials define the new home’s contemporary aesthetic.
We achieved an airtightness level of 0.315 ACH50 for this home – passing the Passive House requirements with flying colors. Learn more in this blog.
