This evening workshop will present lessons learned from years of Passive House projects focusing on certification process management and project verification. Discussion will include how to successfully manage a Passive House project, how to divide roles and responsibilities, common challenges to verification, and how to set the project up for success from Day One.

Full Presentation Description:

Passive How? Integrating Passive House Methodology into the Design & Construction Process

Several communities in Massachusetts have adopted the new Opt-In Specialized Code, which specifies Passive House as a path to compliance. This presentation will focus on how to integrate Passive House design and construction methodology into architectural design and project delivery processes. Topics covered will include:

Setting performance targets

Using the energy model as a design tool

Scheduling and integrating review feedback

Nested certifications

Verification and CA

Lessons learned

Whether you’ve successfully completed Passive House projects or are considering your first, this presentation will help remove barriers to Passive House certification by sharing knowledge gained on over 20 projects since 2015.

Featuring David Salamon, Re:Vision Architecture

David is a Registered Architect, Certified Passive House Consultant, and Sustainability Consultant for Re:Vision Architecture. He is also a principal founder of the Greater Philadelphia Passive House Association and co-founder and organizer of the New Gravity Housing Conference.

Introduction from Aaron Gunderson, PHMass, sharing news and updates from the Passive House world.