Client
Annette Dahl and Stein Stoknes
Area
230 m² gross floor area, 186 m² heated are
Function
Single-family house with rental unit
Discipline
Responsible architect and applicant
Requirements
Passive House Standard NS3700
The project aimed to develop a holistic, energy- and climate-efficient housing concept built from solid timber. While the initial concept was based on a foreign model dependent on imported wood, it was later redesigned to use Norwegian timber and implemented in collaboration with SINTEF Building and Infrastructure in accordance with the new Norwegian passive house standard.
In the architectural design, equal emphasis was placed on achieving a modern expression and ensuring the building harmonized with its surroundings. The final form was also influenced by the technical requirements inherent to energy-efficient construction.
The resulting “massive-passive” concept is intended as a robust alternative to passive houses built using other construction methods. Every solution was selected to reduce energy demand, including enhanced insulation, minimized thermal bridging, thoughtfully oriented window placements, vacuum solar collectors, energy-efficient lighting, and an advanced energy management system. Balanced ventilation, heat exchangers, and heat pumps further ensure optimal use of all supplied energy.
After completion, the client reported very positive experiences, emphasizing a consistently comfortable and pleasant indoor climate throughout the home.
Photo: Jiri Havran, Harald Brekke
