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Multi-functional Building
These just in! 24×32′ multi-functional building nestled in the trees on the slopes of Kootenay Lake. One open space under a timber roof, with a porch, garage doors and a view of Kootenay Lake. Job well done by Shawn Handley … Continue reading
Posted in Passive Solar Design, Projects
Tagged multi-functional, open space, passive solar, timber frame
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Power Generating Gym
Recently I designed this Gym for a couple of professional athletes that had moved from Calgary, where they lived around the corner of one the biggest work-out centres in North America, to Kaslo (pop. 1000) with only one small fitness centre – and it’s … Continue reading
Kaslo Passive House Frame Raising
The construction of Kaslo Passive House is well under way! The frame is raised and the walls are being build. A huge Thanks to Daphne Hunter for taking these pictures!
Passive [Solar] House
I have always been an enthusiastic advocate of passive solar design. The concept is so simple: rearrange the building components to maximize the harvesting and storing of solar energy. Do this by moving most of the windows you’re installing to … Continue reading
Posted in Passive House, Passive Solar Design
Tagged Earthship, Passive House, Passive Solar Design, PassivHaus
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