A simple path to a smarter, more comfortable home.
Designing or renovating a home is a big decision — especially when you care about your family’s comfort, health, and future. This is more than building walls. It’s about creating a place where your family feels safe, connected, and at ease every day.
Designing Beyond Minimums
1. Apply for a consultation
We start with a free, friendly talk to understand your vision and any existing plans, and to assess which Passive House pathway is the best fit for you. Together, we’ll explore how your home could achieve greater comfort, health, and energy efficiency.
2. Passive House Feasibility & Roadmap
We look closely at your site, budget, and lifestyle needs to confirm whether Passive House (or EnerPHit for retrofits) is achievable. You’ll get clear guidance on what’s possible, what may need adjustment, and where the biggest opportunities lie.
3. Collaborative Design Support
Using advanced energy and comfort modelling, we test your design before it’s built. This allows us to optimise insulation, windows, shading, and ventilation so performance is baked in from the start — avoiding costly redesigns later.
4. Documentation & Certification Guidance
We prepare the technical details your builder and designer need — from airtightness strategies to thermal bridge checks. We can also support the tender process to help you choose builders and suppliers who understand high-performance standards.
5. Support During Construction
On site, we provide advice, quality checks, and airtightness testing. By catching issues early, we protect your investment and keep your project on track for the comfort, health, and energy savings you expect.
6. Move In & Live Well
We guide you through final testing and Passive House certification, giving you peace of mind your home truly performs. Even after handover, we remain available with advice, monitoring, and support for years to come.
You don’t need to be an expert to build an exceptional home.
That’s our job. We’ll walk you through the Passive House journey with honesty, clarity, and care.
Do I need to have an architect or plans already?
No — we can support you whether you’re just beginning or already mid-design. We’re also happy to connect you with Passive House-experienced designers if needed.
What if I don’t want full certification?
That’s completely fine. We can still design your home to Passive House standards using the same proven tools and science — without pursuing formal certification.
However, we do recommend certification where possible. It provides independent quality assurance, strengthens resale value, and gives you access to finance options like green home loans.
How long does the process take?
Timelines vary depending on the size of your project and the experience of your design and build team. But with a certified Passive House consultant guiding the process, you’ll move forward with clarity and confidence. We’ll walk you through each stage so you know exactly what to expect.
Will this make my project more expensive?
Not necessarily. While there are some upfron costs, Passive House projects often save money in the long run — thanks to dramatically lower energy bills, greater durability, and improved construction quality. You may also benefit from financial incentives like green loan access . And beyond money, the value of year-round comfort, quiet, and health is something you’ll feel every day. We’ll help you weigh the costs and benefits clearly.
Can Passive House work with any builder?
Yes — we can support your builder with training, resources, and construction-phase guidance to meet Passive House standards. If you haven’t chosen a builder yet, we can also connect you with experienced professionals.