Secondary dwellings go by many names in North America. Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) will be most familiar to our US customers — and yes, we have plans and kits!
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Build for the future on your city lot
More and more Canadian and American homeowners are realizing what a smart choice a heat pump is when it comes to saving on energy bills. We’ve used them as standard for years!
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Why you should choose a pre-certified passive house kit
Many energy efficient home building options exist, but not all are created equal. We delve into what could go wrong if you don’t make the best choice.
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A Semi-Detached Passive House Plan
This one may be of particular interest to our urban followers! We have a semi-detached project underway and have added the floorplan to our portfolio.
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Garden Suites for Toronto Homeowners
Until now, Toronto homeowners have only been able to add a secondary residence to their property if it is next to a public laneway; this will change when the new Garden Suites provision is approved.
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Prefab house vs. passive house kit
One question we often field is whether our passive house kit is the same as a prefab house. It’s not. It’s something much better, in our view, and here’s why:
Unlike a prefabricated house, which comes straight from the factory ready for final assembly on your property or site, our material kits provide quality materials installed in the correct steps and the option to be as involved as you like in the build. These are quite significant differences.
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