How can we make our habitats more sustainable?
Architectural and energy designer, Liz Hauver dives into the world of energy-efficient design. She shares her journey into the field, breaks down the fundamentals of Passive House architecture, and highlights why energy modeling should be a core part of architectural education. Liz explores the cost and challenges of Passive House certification, the complexities of retrofitting, and what’s next for sustainable design in Massachusetts.
Keywords
Passive House, Energy Design, Sustainable Architecture, Building Science, Massachusetts Energy Code, Architectural Education, Energy Modeling, Climate Adaptation, Retrofit Challenges, Funding for Sustainability
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:15 Personal Journey into Sustainable Design
05:07 Designing with Energy in Mind as a Student
07:21 Using Energy Modeling Software in Design
09:35 Certification and Cost Considerations
11:24 Choosing Passive House as a Specialization
14:24 Feasibility Studies and Design Recommendations
16:08 Key Features of Passive House Construction
19:03 Lessons Learned and New Building Practices
20:59 Adapting Passive House Principles to Different Climate Zones
22:53 Introduction to Passive House Design
25:14 The Role of New Technologies
27:32 Applying Passive House Principles to Buildings of Any Scale
29:07 The Cost and Benefits of Passive House Construction
30:50 Predicting Building Performance and Accounting for Occupant Behavior
32:29 Promoting Passive House Design through Education and Outreach
35:50 Challenges and Opportunities in Retrofitting Buildings to Passive House Standards
38:06 Fee Structuring and Educating Developers in Passive House Design
41:18 The Future of Passive House: Accessibility, Affordability, and Beyond Energy Efficiency
