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Why build a Passive House? "The obvious answer is low heating and cooling bills, but we find people most appreciate the other benefits, like consistent thermal comfort, sound proofing, and air quality," say the architects.
Why build a Passive House? "The obvious answer is low heating and cooling bills, but we find people most appreciate the other benefits, like consistent thermal comfort, sound proofing, and air quality," say the architects.
In the kitchen, White Oak floors, inset walnut cabinets, Fireclay subway tile, and Caesartone countertops read more classic vibes, while the furnishings—such as the Reno Table from Structube, Channel Chairs by Industry West, and ADAM Stools by Frama Denmark—are modern counterpoints. Appliances include a Thermador 36" Freedom Induction Cooktop and an inconspicuous Thermador 36" Downdraft Ventilation, as well as a Miele Dishwasher, convection oven, and speed oven.
In the kitchen, White Oak floors, inset walnut cabinets, Fireclay subway tile, and Caesartone countertops read more classic vibes, while the furnishings—such as the Reno Table from Structube, Channel Chairs by Industry West, and ADAM Stools by Frama Denmark—are modern counterpoints. Appliances include a Thermador 36" Freedom Induction Cooktop and an inconspicuous Thermador 36" Downdraft Ventilation, as well as a Miele Dishwasher, convection oven, and speed oven.
The windows are Zola, a brand that designs European-style windows, which are built "like an old-fashioned refrigerator that seals against a tight gasket with a latch."
The windows are Zola, a brand that designs European-style windows, which are built "like an old-fashioned refrigerator that seals against a tight gasket with a latch."
The interior is kept clean and pure, making it easy for the owner to live in, and creating a contrast with the "rough and shaggy
The interior is kept clean and pure, making it easy for the owner to live in, and creating a contrast with the "rough and shaggy
The “self-build” experience offered the family an opportunity to level up some DIY skills. Jo did much of the work with her father. “I learned to redo the electrics,” says Jo. “Only one of my plug sockets doesn’t work!”
The “self-build” experience offered the family an opportunity to level up some DIY skills. Jo did much of the work with her father. “I learned to redo the electrics,” says Jo. “Only one of my plug sockets doesn’t work!”
The spacious and calming guest suite is set apart from the main living quarters and has a full private kitchen.
The spacious and calming guest suite is set apart from the main living quarters and has a full private kitchen.
Before: A support wall partially blocked the kitchen from the rest of the home.
Before: A support wall partially blocked the kitchen from the rest of the home.
Before: The owners “really wanted to retain the mid-century feel and character of the house,” says Marsh, so the existing cedar ceiling, and slate floors at the entry, were kept.
Before: The owners “really wanted to retain the mid-century feel and character of the house,” says Marsh, so the existing cedar ceiling, and slate floors at the entry, were kept.