The Fairview Passive
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
Construction completed Summer 2023 in Western Maryland, the Fairview Passive was designed to meet Passive House Standards and is projected to be Net Zero. Passive to Positive served as Passive House Consultant.
energy + iaq:
The envelope is cellulose-insulated 2x12 walls with an interior service cavity; cellulose-insulated roof; perlite-insulated slab; high-performance triple glaze windows; and exceeded Passive House standards for air leakage. A small wall-mount mini-split heats and cools with a wood stove back-up; includes whole house ERV and heat pump water heater.
materials + iaq:
No foam was used on the air-seal or insulation of this home; interior and exterior cedar and oak were locally sourced; natural and non-toxic materials used through-out.
water:
Water efficient fixtures were installed, including dual-flush toilets, capture of condensate, rain cisterns will be installed for garden irrigation.
site:
The site will be remeadowed upon construction completion.