AIA Redwood Empire COTE (Committee on The Environment) presents a tour at Passivhaus in Napa with Jarrod Denton, AIA of Signum Architecture.
We will explore site specific design using weather data, solar shading and PHPP & WUFI modeling; look at heating and cooling energy efficiency using annual and peak demand; airtightness requirements (sealing, insulation quality, fenestration); Thermo Bridge Free Design and air barriers; balanced ventilation using the principles of whole house ERV/HRV and closed loop systems; physical testing (blower door testing, CHP Rater roll/milestones), as well as energy reducing renewables.
The Passive House Institute (PHI) is an independent research institute that has played an especially crucial role in the development of the Passive House concept – the only internationally recognised, performance-based energy standard in construction.
Where: Passivhaus Napa 2111 Monticello Rd. Napa, CA
When: Wednesday, November 17th
Time: 4:00pm
Members: AIA | Assoc. AIA | Allied | Student – Free
Non-Members: $10
AIA CES Approved Course | 1 LU/HSW
Learning Objectives:
- Attendees will learn about design and implementation of the principles of the Passivhaus concept, one that uses performance-based energy standards in construction and directly benefits the health and welfare of the inhabitants of the dwelling.
- Attendees will discover the lessons learned and what to consider when designing for Bay Area climates; ultimately, designing for the health, safety and welfare of building occupants utilizing the Passivhaus design concept.
- Attendees will learn how to combine aesthetics and high performance into a successful project.
- Attendees will learn about the systems and processes utilized with each of the design elements to create a successful, truly Passivhaus project, which by its tenets, benefits the health, safety and welfare of occupants.
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