Superkül designs first certified Active House in the world
Active House. Photo courtesy of VELUX.
The very first certified Active House in the world has been unveiled in Toronto.
More than just bricks and mortar, Active House is a modern design phenomenon – a fully integrated residential home created to deliver energy efficiency, low environmental impact and optimized climate control and ventilation via active systems designed to produce a home of comfort and well-being.
The project was designed by Toronto-based architecture firm superkül. Building Knowledge Canada Inc., Brockport Home Systems Ltd., Danish Technical Institute and VELUX A/S Building Industry (which in addition to being a manufacturer, operates a program to encourage research in daylighting) also contributed.
Great Gulf built the house with a mission to emphasize the lifestyle benefits of the Active House method (comfort, energy, environment, sustainability and lifestyle), and position it as a building philosophy of the future. The method creates a healthier and more comfortable life, contributes positively to the energy balance of the building and has a positive impact on the environment. Active House. Photo courtesy of VELUX.
The light-filled double-height C-shaped courtyard forms an architectural ?anchor? for the entire home. When the windows are open, the home?s overall design facilitates cross-breezes and natural ventilation to minimize the use of air conditioning. The ground-floor living room, dining area and kitchen are laid out as an op...
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