Green → Sustainable → Durable → High Performance

High performance design is a holistic approach to building design that emphasizes energy efficiency, sustainability, and occupant well-being. It integrates advanced technologies, smart systems, and sustainable materials to minimize environmental impact. Key features include efficient HVAC systems, renewable energy integration, natural lighting, and superior insulation. The design process involves close collaboration among architects, engineers, and other stakeholders from the outset. Overall, high performance design aims to create buildings that are environmentally responsible, cost-effective, and comfortable for users.

Some of our Tools and Thoughts

SOLAR ANALYSIS TOOLS

Solar analysis tools provide critical insights into how sunlight interacts with a building throughout the year. They help identify the most effective locations and angles for solar panel installation, maximizing energy production. By modeling shading patterns, these tools also guide strategic placement of windows, overhangs, and vegetation to reduce unwanted heat gain. This optimization leads to lower cooling costs, enhanced daylighting, and improved occupant comfort. Ultimately, solar analysis supports smarter, more sustainable design decisions from concept to construction.

PASSIVE HOUSE US METr ENERGY MODELING

Passive House US utilizes advanced energy modeling tools to optimize building performance from the design stage. By using METr to simulate heat flow, air movement, and solar gain, we ensure every component of the building envelope works together for maximum efficiency. This precision modeling allows us to drastically reduce heating and cooling demands. The result is a highly insulated, airtight structure that maintains interior comfort with minimal energy use. With Passive House principles, we create buildings that are not just efficient—they're resilient, healthy, and future-ready

ENVELOPE TESTING

Virtual envelope testing allows designers to evaluate a building’s performance before it’s ever built. By simulating air and moisture movement through the envelope, it helps identify potential problem areas early in the design process. This proactive approach leads to tighter, more durable buildings with fewer costly surprises during construction. It also ensures energy goals are met by fine-tuning insulation, air barriers, and thermal bridges. With virtual testing, teams can confidently design envelopes that perform as beautifully as they look.