Our units are designed using Passive House principles, one of the highest standards for energy-efficient construction in the world.
Floor Plans
The Sparrow
A Carriage House model with a two car garage, also makes a great cottage getaway.
Unit Specifications
| Overall Dimensions | 28'6" x 28'-6" | 8.69m x 8.69m |
| Garage Area | 812 ft² | 75.5 m² |
| Suite Floor Area | 656 ft² | 61.0 m² |
| Balcony | 156 ft² | 14.5 m² |
Standard Features
Suite
- 9'-6" walls w/ vaulted ceiling (11'-10" total height)
- Super-insulated steel-frame structure
- Powder-coated steel stairs with high-grip, snow-shedding treads
- 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
Garage
- 9'-8" ceiling height
- Super-insulated steel-frame structure
- Super-insulated, heated concrete floor
- Triple-pane low-e windows
- Insulated 36" steel doors and 16'x8' overhead door
Optional Features
- Retractable glass enclosure for 4-season balcony
- Air-conditioning
- Three floor plan options
- Eight roof style options
- Skylights over balcony (with full-roof styles)
- Pergola over balcony (with partial-roof styles)
- Solar panels
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