WHAT IS A PASSIVHAUS?

“A Passivhaus is a building , in which thermal comfort can be provided solely by heating or cooling of the fresh airflow as required for good indoor air quality” - Passipedia.

Studio BE. recommend aiming to meet Passivhaus performance targets (Classic, Plus, or Premium) for all new build projects and EnerPHit for all deep retrofit projects through the mandatory design tool Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) resulting in energy conserving buildings which are comfortable & healthy to live and work in.

PASSIVHAUS projects

Below: European Passivhaus key principles & performance targets for Certified (New Build) & Enerphit (Retrofit). The Passivhaus Trust have more information on the Passivhaus building standards - visit their page here.