[WHAT] A high-performance home recognizes the house as a system and surpasses outdated conventions in both design and construction. Practically speaking, high-performance homes focus primarily on two things, the first…
This topic is of growing concern as energy costs continue to climb, and the average homeowner is becoming more focused on indoor air quality and home comfort. Retrofitting an existing…
At Frontiers Design Build, we take a design first approach. Designing a high-performance custom home must be building science driven, as well as integrated with the other necessary consultants that…
Smart technology can play an important role in high-performance custom homes by enhancing energy efficiency, improving indoor comfort, and promoting sustainability. Smart home technology has garnered a reputation in recent…
A high-efficiency HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system is an important component of a high-performance home. HVAC systems can significantly impact the energy efficiency, indoor comfort, and indoor air…
Window selection is important when designing a high-performance home because windows can significantly impact the energy efficiency, comfort, and overall performance of a new custom home, or renovation project. Windows…
Insulation and air sealing are two key elements of high-performance custom homes. Together, they help to create a more energy-efficient and comfortable living environment by reducing heat loss and gain…
High-performance custom homes are residential buildings that have been designed from a building science approach and constructed to maximize energy efficiency, reduce their environmental impact, and provide a comfortable living…
