Goldstream Avenue
Owned and operated by the Greater Victoria Housing Society, this six-storey wood-frame building will be providing 102 affordable housing units plus supporting space to low- to moderate-income families, seniors, and working adults.
The building will include underground parking.
The project is striving to meet Passive House standards within a very tight budget, leading the design team to prioritize solutions that are durable, low maintenance, and cost-effective.
Wood framing was chosen for its sustainability and familiarity to local trades.
Exterior insulation and thermal-bridge-free cladding attachments, along with a vapour-permeable air barrier and exterior sun shading, are helping this building to achieve the highest possible performance.
TEAM | |
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Owner | |
Architect | |
Structural Engineer | |
Mechanical/ Electrical Engineer | |
Building Envelope and PHPP Consultant | |
PASSIVE HOUSE METRICS | |
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Heating demand | 12 kWh/m²a |
Primary energy | 120 kWh/m²a |
Air changes per hour | 0.6 ACH₅₀ (design)v |