By Kubala Washatko Architects and Pacific Studio

Created as “the poor man’s passive house”, this home remodel project includes recycled materials, high performance products, renewable energy and maintained the structural integrity of the original footprint.

• No VOCs
• Solid woods and high performance products
• Solar
• Heat pumps
• Energy recovery systems
• Recycled materials for creative use
• R65 roof
• R35 walls
• Triple pane windows that meet passive house standard
• Toxic plastics and mold attracting fibrous materials were removed
• The exterior had its aluminum skin recycled and replaced with Resysta, a rice husk based stained siding

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By Woodcrafters Construction and West Edge Landworks

The Woodcrafters Office/Showroom project was a complete overhaul of on existing commercial space in Ballard. The 100 year old structure had been poorly maintained and was at the end of its life expectancy, giving Woodcrafters Construction an opportunity to bring the structure down to the studs and build it back applying Built Green principals normally used in residential spaces.

• Mitsubishi mini-split heat pump and ducted air handler
• Mighty Energy Solutions Infrared Ceiling Tiles and Cove Heaters
• Panasonic ERV system
• Low flow toilets
• 240 volt EV charging station
• Low-E windows throughout the building
• Acoustical sealant at all windows, doors, penetrations, and wall edges
• Paperstone countertops for the desks and reclaimed fir countertops for the kitchen
• Raingardens receive 100% of all of the building’s storm water runoff

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By Mighty House Construction and Live, Work, Play

The owners engaged the design work of Sheri Newbold of live-work-play, and Mighty House Construction transformed common spaces into a much sought-after family space, with healthy and long-lasting solutions.

• Shou Sugi Ban wood cladding
• Ironwood decking with natural decay resistance
• Low-VOC quartz counters and low-VOC cabinets
• Replaced the existing forced-air furnace with a ducted heat pump
• 100% recycled insulation
• Solatube for ambient light
• Recycled-content Fireclay Tile on the backsplash
• Energy-efficient LED lighting

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Event Date: September 22, 2022

Speakers present on the following topics surrounding multifamily housing in our region: Policies and programs addressing multifamily housing affordability, equity, and accessibility. Strategies and case studies addressing decarbonization of building materials and systems for multifamily buildings. Best practices for optimizing indoor air quality and occupant comfort in multifamily buildings.

Event Date: August 19, 2021

Our first panel discussion is focused on multifamily housing affordability. This has been a growing area of challenge for many residents, owners, managers, builders, and communities in the NW region.

Our second panel discussion is focused on sustainability in Multifamily housing. This is an industry sector that is left behind in so many areas that affect quality of life and engagement in the community. A panel of experts discusses health, safety, building and community improvements that impact the Multifamily market and make it more livable.