Our units are designed using Passive House principles, one of the highest standards for energy-efficient construction in the world.
Floor Plans
The Hummingbird
Our smallest model, perfect for a studio suite or office space.
Unit Specifications
| Suite dimensions | 28'6" x 16'-0" | 8.69m x 4.89m |
| Patio dimensions | 28'-6" x 6'-0" | 8.69m x 1.83m |
| Suite Floor Area | 456 ft² | 42.4 m² |
| Patio Area | 171 ft² | 15.9 m² |
Standard Features
- 9'-6" walls w/ vaulted ceiling (10'-8" total height)
- Super-insulated, heated concrete floor
- Super-insulated steel-frame structure
- Steel siding and roofing with multiple colour options
- Energy-recovery system for ventilation
- On-demand hot water
- High-quality, low-maintenance flooring and finishes
- Triple-pane low-e windows and doors
- Compact appliances: refrigerator, range, dishwasher, condensing washer/dryer
- 3-piece bathroom
- Low-voltage lighting for energy efficiency
- Rough-in for solar power
Optional Features
- Retractable glass enclosure for 4-season patio with heated floor
- Air-conditioning
- Floor plan options for living suite or open-plan office
- Two roof style options
- Pergola over patio (with partial-roof style)
- Solar panels
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