Master bathroom freestanding tub and shower, lights and corner bench
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional master white tile and stone tile ceramic tile bathroom remodel in San Francisco with an undermount sink, furniture-like cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, a one-piece toilet and beige walls

Mid-sized mountain style u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen photo in Baltimore with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, red backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

The Twin Peaks Passive House + ADU was designed and built to remain resilient in the face of natural disasters. Fortunately, the same great building strategies and design that provide resilience also provide a home that is incredibly comfortable and healthy while also visually stunning. This home’s journey began with a desire to design and build a house that meets the rigorous standards of Passive House. Before beginning the design/ construction process, the homeowners had already spent countless hours researching ways to minimize their global climate change footprint. As with any Passive House, a large portion of this research was focused on building envelope design and construction. The wall assembly is combination of six inch Structurally Insulated Panels (SIPs) and 2x6 stick frame construction filled with blown in insulation. The roof assembly is a combination of twelve inch SIPs and 2x12 stick frame construction filled with batt insulation. The pairing of SIPs and traditional stick framing allowed for easy air sealing details and a continuous thermal break between the panels and the wall framing. Beyond the building envelope, a number of other high performance strategies were used in constructing this home and ADU such as: battery storage of solar energy, ground source heat pump technology, Heat Recovery Ventilation, LED lighting, and heat pump water heating technology. In addition to the time and energy spent on reaching Passivhaus Standards, thoughtful design and carefully chosen interior finishes coalesce at the Twin Peaks Passive House + ADU into stunning interiors with modern farmhouse appeal. The result is a graceful combination of innovation, durability, and aesthetics that will last for a century to come. Despite the requirements of adhering to some of the most rigorous environmental standards in construction today, the homeowners chose to certify both their main home and their ADU to Passive House Standards. From a meticulously designed building envelope that tested at 0.62 ACH50, to the extensive solar array/ battery bank combination that allows designated circuits to function, uninterrupted for at least 48 hours, the Twin Peaks Passive House has a long list of high performance features that contributed to the completion of this arduous certification process. The ADU was also designed and built with these high standards in mind. Both homes have the same wall and roof assembly ,an HRV, and a Passive House Certified window and doors package. While the main home includes a ground source heat pump that warms both the radiant floors and domestic hot water tank, the more compact ADU is heated with a mini-split ductless heat pump. The end result is a home and ADU built to last, both of which are a testament to owners’ commitment to lessen their impact on the environment.

first impressions can NEVER be undone...so make it a good one that's welcoming and appealing and functional!
Inspiration for a coastal staircase remodel in Boston

Photo: Ryan Bent
Kitchen - rustic kitchen idea in Burlington

Example of a beach style l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Custom Millwork Design, Furniture Design, Art Curation, & AV Design by Chango & Co. Photography by Sean Litchfield See the feature in Domino Magazine

Stoner Architects
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional ceramic tile dining room remodel in Seattle with gray walls

Living room - large modern open concept marble floor living room idea in Miami with white walls

Naomi Finlay
Inspiration for a transitional home design remodel in Toronto

Marion Brenner Photography
Large modern exterior home idea in San Francisco

Pops of orange in the pillows, throw and artwork are the accent colors against the blue and white. Geometric patterns abound.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional enclosed dark wood floor living room remodel in New York with blue walls and no tv

Photo: Lucy Call © 2014 Houzz
Trendy kitchen photo in Salt Lake City

Our high end Modern American Bedroom Furniture is inspired by George Nakashima's designs. Handmade in Vermont, these top quality solid wood beds, dressers, chests and nightstands have style and functionality to last a lifetime. Clean smooth lines reminiscent of that retro 1950s mid-century Scandinavian design style, give this collection an elegant flair. Going green? Our natural, solid wood, American made furniture is handcrafted in Vermont from eco-friendly sustainably harvested woods. Customize any piece online in your choice of Solid Natural Cherry Wood, Solid Natural Maple Wood, Solid Natural Walnut Wood or Any Two Tone Combination of the Above Woods. Please note this furniture has an oil and wax finish which must be re-oiled periodically

Jared Medley
Example of a transitional living room design in Salt Lake City

Example of a trendy concrete floor and gray floor dining room design in Salt Lake City with white walls

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