The demand for sustainable, energy-efficient homes is on the rise, and a notable trend that has emerged in this context is Passive House design.

Passive House represents the pinnacle of energy efficiency in architectural design, demanding minimal energy for heating or cooling purposes.

Whether we’re building you a new house or remodeling your current home, we use Passive House principles to achieve the ultimate in a comfortable living space

See all the elements that go into designing and building a certified Passive House, and why it matters to homeowners and the planet.

CARMEL – When the first Passive House on the Central Coast was completed in Carmel, it introduced the concept of incorporating proven construction methods that reduce energy use by up to 90% and leaves a smaller carbon footprint.

Carmel Building & Design chose Passive House as a way to design and build houses that are better for the homeowners, and the environment.

Our fourth certified Passive House project, this one in Pebble Beach, California, breaks new ground in how high-performance homes with a low carbon footprint are designed and built.

Why a transformation of the U.S. power grid system should matter to every homeowner

Designing and building energy-efficient homes is our specialty. See where you stand by measuring and fine tuning your home’s energy performance with an energy monitor—putting the power in your hands.

Check out these simple energy hacks to increase energy efficiency, reduce your carbon footprint and lower costs.