Northshore Passive House
The clients came to us wanting a family home that'd basically heat itself through Vancouver winters. Sounds ambitious, right? But we pulled it off. This 2,400 sq ft residence hit Passive House certification without looking like a science experiment - it actually fits into the neighborhood.
"We were honestly skeptical at first - passive house standards seemed extreme. But our heating bills are now under $40 a month, even in January. The house just... works. And it's beautiful."
- Rachel & Tom M., Homeowners
Granville Tech Hub Retrofit
Honestly, this one was a challenge. A 1970s office building that was bleeding energy and had zero appeal to modern tenants. The owners needed to compete with newer buildings but couldn't justify tearing it down. So we got creative - kept the structure, gutted almost everything else, and reimagined what this building could be.
32,000
Square feet retrofitted
LEED Gold
Certification achieved
68%
Energy reduction
18 months
Design to completion
Key Interventions
- Complete envelope upgrade with high-performance glazing
- VRF heat pump system replacing old gas boilers
- Automated shading system tied to sun position
- Green roof installation for stormwater management
- Daylighting redesign that cut artificial lighting needs by half
"Occupancy went from 60% to 98% within six months of completion. Tenants love the space, and our operating costs dropped dramatically. Best investment we've made."
- David Chen, Property Manager
Gastown Warehouse Conversion
This project had us working with heritage consultants, structural engineers, and honestly, a lot of old photographs trying to figure out original details. Converting a 1912 warehouse into modern residential lofts while keeping its character intact isn't straightforward - but that's what made it interesting.
Project Stats
12 residential units | 8,500 sq ft | Heritage designation maintained
Whistler Eco Cabin
A weekend retreat that had to handle deep snow loads, minimize site disruption, and operate off-grid for extended periods. We used prefab modules to reduce on-site construction time and environmental impact.
"Living off-grid doesn't feel like roughing it anymore. We've got all the comforts, just with a way smaller footprint."
Burnaby Community Hub
The city wanted a gathering space that'd actually get used year-round. We designed flexible spaces that adapt to everything from farmers markets to winter events, with radiant heating fed by a ground-source heat pump.
"This building has become the heart of our neighborhood. Every decision they made was about making it welcoming and practical."
Technical Specs & Drawings
We're happy to share detailed technical information, drawings, energy models, and material specifications for any of these projects. Whether you're an architect looking for case studies, a student researching sustainable design, or just genuinely curious about how we solved specific problems - reach out.
Get Project DetailsCurrent Projects in Progress
West End Multi-Family
24-unit residential building targeting Net Zero performance. Currently in construction phase.
Completion: Q3 2024
Elementary School Retrofit
Deep energy retrofit of a 1960s school building. Working with the school board to minimize disruption.
Completion: Q1 2025
Surrey Corporate HQ
Ground-up construction of a 45,000 sq ft office building with ambitious carbon reduction goals.
Completion: Q4 2024