How to build High Performance Architecture
What does it actually take to create a home that is beautifully designed, comfortable year round, healthy to live in and efficient to build? Join Sam of Modal Architecture and André of Flexi Panels for a practical look at how architectural design and high performance construction can work together from the very beginning of a project. Sam will explore how thoughtful architectural design responds to the site, climate, orientation and the way people actually want to live, while André will unpack the building science behind a high performance envelope and show how precision manufactured panelised construction can improve airtightness, insulation, quality and construction efficiency. Together, they will follow the journey from the first design decisions through manufacture and construction, explaining where high performance really comes from, the common compromises that can undermine it, and how an integrated approach can deliver homes that look great, perform exceptionally and feel good to live in. Designed for homeowners considering a new build or major renovation, the seminar will provide a straightforward introduction to designing and building a better home where thermal performance and architecture can both thrive.