The least
expensive way to build Green is
through efficiency. Low energy
consumption results in less impact
on the environment and more money in
the home owners pocket.
There are
numerous techniques to build Green
while adding comfort and value. We
at Little Apple Homes do our best to
reach a balance between these two.
Some details on our home
design…
Energy Efficient Designs &
Construction Techniques:
Superior insulation
reduces the energy
requirements of the
house and increases the
thermal comfort of the
occupants. We insulate
our concrete basement
slabs to reduce
conductive heat loss.
Passive solar
heating and cooling is
the most cost effective
way to reduce CO2
emissions and provides a
home adapted to seasonal
changes.
Modern wood-frame
construction techniques
reduce thermal bridging,
require less lumber, and
lowers conductive
surface areas minimizing
heat/cold transfer
through walls.
Creative efficient
use of floor space
optimizes traffic flow.
We strive to design
homes with a synergy
between the occupant,
the environment and the
home.
Little
Apple Homes can also design
to
Passive Haus, Net Zero and
BC Step Code 5 standards
