This document discusses two models for sustainable single-family infill housing projects - an East Hill Infill duplex in Vernon and a Lower Mission Infill project in Kelowna. The East Hill project achieves LEED Platinum certification with an ICF-framed duplex providing high insulation and a semi-public courtyard. The Lower Mission project subdivides a large lot, relocates an existing home, and builds a new SIPS-constructed home oriented for passive solar with natural ventilation and radiant floor heating. Both projects aim to increase density while maintaining neighborhood character.

1. NEXT GENERATION HOUSING
MODELS FOR SUSTAINABLE SINGLE FAMILY INFILL HOUSING
East hill Infill- Vernon Lower Mission Infill- Kelowna

2. EAST HILL INFILL
LEED FOR HOMES PLATINUM RATED DUPLEX
SITE & CONTEXT
Replaces 1100 sf home with duplex
that can potentially accommodate 4
dwellings.
5 x increase in floor area while only
increasing bldg foot print X2
Close proximity to services, amenities,
and alternative transportation ( ½ mile
of > 14 services/amenities
 Architectural continuity - maintain
valued character of neighborhood
Semi public space for active
community engagement + eyes on
street
Xeriascape planting + permeable
surfaces
Harvested rainwater for irrigation

3. CONSTRUCTION
Simplicity– light stick framing
between ICF (insulated concrete
form) walls.
Exceptional R values for all
assemblies ( R 30 walls ,R60 roof )
Exceptional windows ( triple glazed)
Durability and improved FRR of
concrete demising walls
Significant reduction of material
waste
Clear span will allow for future plan
variations and adaptive re-use
Adaptability – anticipates
extrapolation into row housing
configuration. Design anticipated a
variety of roof truss shapes that will
allow for different orientations

5. Designed to accommodate home based
business and allow for aging in place
Max access of natural light
Considers natural convective air
movements and ventilation
Porch and pergola shade southern
exposure in summer
Respects desire for privacy
Geothermal heating, cooling and
domestic hot water

6. Geothermal heating and cooling
High efficiency fixtures
FSC certified casework
Renewable + durable flooring
LOW/no VOC finishes

7. LOWER MISSION INFILL
SIPS / PASSIVE SOLAR ASSISTED / NATURALLY VENTILATED

8. SITE /CONTEXT
Increase Density -Subdivide 0.3
ac property to allow two single
family dwellings.
 Re-use - relocate and renovate
existing single family home on
site
Add new dwelling - design
based on passive solar assisted
heating + cooling by natural
ventilation. SITE SPECIFIC DESIGN
 respect scale and character of
neighborhood while re-invigorating
architectural
language
Position homes closer to street.
Include active outdoor spaces
for community engagement &
eyes on street

11. EX. HOME RELOCATION

12. NEW HOME CONSTRUCTION
SIPS ( structural insulated panel system ) construction
Radiant in- floor heating with high efficiency gas boiler + on demand
DHW
Centralized plumbing core
HRV ( heat Recovery ventilator ) with simplified distribution system