Blenheim Passive Home

Project Background

This stunning home in the beautiful town of Blenheim speaks of the prowess of sustainable design and construction. Created by Mark and his team at Fairfield Construction, in collaboration with Architect David Stubbs from Altar Projects, this house stands as a testament to the dedication of the team toward creating energy-efficient, comfortable, and beautiful living spaces.

Certified as a ‘Low Energy' Building’ by the Passive House Institute, this family home boasts an impressive heating and cooling demand of just 21 kWh/m2 per year to keep the home at 20 degrees all year around in every room of the house. 

 Key Features

• Formance SIP Construction: The house is constructed using Formance Structural Insulated Panels, which are super-efficient and sustainable building products with the best insulation value in the construction industry. They provide both strength and structural superiority, as well as a reduction in construction time.
• Energy Efficiency: In other words, the SIP building, in conjunction with cautious design and high-quality insulation, assures you that the house will also be energy-efficient; meanwhile, it will put away money on energy bills and lessen the environmental footprint.
• Sustainable Materials: Locally sourced timber and energy-efficient appliances are just two among many other sustainable materials and practices the project combines to give it even more sustainability.
• Modern Aesthetics: The house features clean lines, an open-plan layout, and thoughtful finishes that give a stylish contemporary living environment.

Performance

• Warmer and More Comfortable: SIPs are an extremely good insulator; they make a house comfortable since the inside stays warmer during cold months and remains cooler through warm months.
• Lower Power Bills: The energy efficiency around your house translates to some seriously needed savings for you on your heating and cooling bills.
• Healthier Living: A well-insulated and healthy home ensures a quality lifestyle for its inhabitants.

Conclusion

This Blenheim Passive Home shows what can be achieved in sustainable construction for a beautiful, comfortable, and energy-efficient home. Designed by Architect David Stubbs from Altar Projects, in collaboration with Mark and the whole team at Fairfield Construction, this project has shown professionalism in executing quality projects that meet and even exceed the expectations of clients. Built using Formance SIPs with the principles of sustainable design in mind, this home has set the bar high for sustainable living in the region.