Category Archives: Passive Solar Design

Multi-functional Building

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Hajo Meijer

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 →

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Power Generating Gym

Posted on January 6, 2015 by Hajo Meijer

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 →

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Kaslo Passive House Frame Raising

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Hajo Meijer

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!    

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Passive [Solar] House

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Hajo Meijer

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 →

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