Wilkinsburg Passive House
An alluring example of the transformative power of architecture, the Wilkinsburg Passive House in Pittsburgh is the first single-family residence in Pennsylvania to earn an Passive House EnerPHit certification. In earning that milestone distinction, the Wilkinsburg Residence went from an antiquated one-story structure into a high-performance home that combines sustainability with comfort and aesthetics.
The client collaborated closely with Studio St. Germain in planning a home that would provide a therapeutic environment as well as an opportunity for personal fulfillment. The pearl gray cladding and the warm interior, radiate serenity and are complemented by an enchanting garden behind the house, featuring a bluestone patio, crushed limestone walks, and fieldstone boulders, along with an array of flowers and plants.
Part of our High Performance Program, the Wilkinsburg Passive House incorporates a variety of elements essential for wellness and sustainability. Among the key high-performance features are an advanced HVAC system for regulating indoor air quality, including an Energy Recovery Ventilator that ensures the circulation of fresh outdoor air and a whole house water filtration and conditioning system.
With its focus on health, airtight construction, thermal insulation, and indoor air quality, the Wilkinsburg Residence concretizes the idea that homes can care for us and reflects our philosophy of improving lives through design.
Discover how the Wilkinsburg Residence combines sustainability with human-centric principles.
