Bitelhaus, designed by Alric Galindez, is a house on the outskirts of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Completed in 2020, the design emphasizes low maintenance, outdoor connections, and flexible spaces. Featuring a linear volume with white pre-painted sheet metal and mobile panels, it offers climate control and aesthetic appeal.
A Bit W Residence is a house in Nonthaburi, Thailand, designed by TA-CHA Design in 2024. The modernist-influenced home features basic geometric forms, passive design, and an open courtyard to enhance ventilation and green space.
Nestled in the dense, forested hills of Hobart, Australia, the Taroona House by Archier offers a captivating fusion of modern design and immersion in the rugged Tasmanian landscape. This innovative house features a three-structure layout that adapts to the clients’ needs, minimizing energy usage while providing panoramic views of the surrounding bushland and Derwent River.
Designed by the renowned firm RAD+ar, the Passive Lab House in South Tangerang City, Indonesia, is a captivating exploration of tropical passive design in a postmodern urban context. This experimental house employs innovative techniques, such as overlapping void spaces, reflective pools, and strategically placed skylights, to create a comfortable microclimate without relying on active systems. The project’s thoughtful integration of biophilic and tropical elements within a contemporary design language offers a promising solution to the challenges posed by unplanned urbanization.
Explore the Theresa Passive House in Austin’s Clarksville, a 2020 architectural gem by Forge Craft Architecture + Design. This 2100-square-foot (195 square meters) Craftsman bungalow harmoniously blends historical charm with modern sustainability. As a pioneer of the PHIUS 2018+ Source Zero standard, it redefines energy efficiency in the extreme Texas climate.
A compact yet robust design, prioritizing health and sustainability, makes this home a model of mindful, eco-friendly living.
Explore The Hütt Passivhaus in Melbourne, Australia – a sustainable marvel by Melbourne Design Studios. Built in 2021, this contemporary, passive-designed house merges eco-friendliness with urban living on a modest 78 square meters (840 square feet).
Emphasizing net-zero energy and a deep nature connection, it’s a testament to innovative, responsible architecture, enhancing occupants’ well-being and setting new standards in environmental sustainability.
Experience the epitome of modern, sustainable design with the Pinkney Neighborhood House. This high-performance masterpiece, nestled in the heart of Lawrence, Kansas, was conceived and brought to life by Studio 804 in 2023. This striking residence stands as a testament to the pioneering design and research efforts of Studio 804, renowned for their impressive portfolio of 16 LEED Platinum-certified projects.
Nestled in the heart of Pandino, Italy, the VS House is a testament to modern design and sustainable living. Crafted by the renowned Tips Architects, this passive house is a perfect blend of innovative design and high energy performance.
The house, designed for a family of four, is a harmonious interplay of large interior spaces, divided into two main volumes. The living area, a taller volume, is complemented by a smaller one dedicated to the bedrooms. The unique layout, developed lengthwise, accommodates the geometric peculiarities of the lot, creating a welcoming context for the porch and swimming pool. The use of brick jellies and large pitches establishes a continuity with the traditional building technology characteristic of rural settlements in the area, adding a touch of local charm to this modern marvel.