The Twin Peaks Passive House + ADU was designed and built to remain resilient in the face of natural disasters. Fortunately, the same great building strategies and design that provide resilience also provide a home that is incredibly comfortable and healthy while also visually stunning. This home’s journey began with a desire to design and build a house that meets the rigorous standards of Passive House. Before beginning the design/ construction process, the homeowners had already spent countless hours researching ways to minimize their global climate change footprint. As with any Passive House, a large portion of this research was focused on building envelope design and construction. The wall assembly is combination of six inch Structurally Insulated Panels (SIPs) and 2x6 stick frame construction filled with blown in insulation. The roof assembly is a combination of twelve inch SIPs and 2x12 stick frame construction filled with batt insulation. The pairing of SIPs and traditional stick framing allowed for easy air sealing details and a continuous thermal break between the panels and the wall framing. Beyond the building envelope, a number of other high performance strategies were used in constructing this home and ADU such as: battery storage of solar energy, ground source heat pump technology, Heat Recovery Ventilation, LED lighting, and heat pump water heating technology. In addition to the time and energy spent on reaching Passivhaus Standards, thoughtful design and carefully chosen interior finishes coalesce at the Twin Peaks Passive House + ADU into stunning interiors with modern farmhouse appeal. The result is a graceful combination of innovation, durability, and aesthetics that will last for a century to come. Despite the requirements of adhering to some of the most rigorous environmental standards in construction today, the homeowners chose to certify both their main home and their ADU to Passive House Standards. From a meticulously designed building envelope that tested at 0.62 ACH50, to the extensive solar array/ battery bank combination that allows designated circuits to function, uninterrupted for at least 48 hours, the Twin Peaks Passive House has a long list of high performance features that contributed to the completion of this arduous certification process. The ADU was also designed and built with these high standards in mind. Both homes have the same wall and roof assembly ,an HRV, and a Passive House Certified window and doors package. While the main home includes a ground source heat pump that warms both the radiant floors and domestic hot water tank, the more compact ADU is heated with a mini-split ductless heat pump. The end result is a home and ADU built to last, both of which are a testament to owners’ commitment to lessen their impact on the environment.

This Italian Villa master bathroom features light wood cabinets and mirror framing details. A freestanding tub sits near the window and a large chandelier hangs from the evaluated dome ceiling.

Walk in from the welcoming covered front porch to a perfect blend of comfort and style in this 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom bungalow. Once you have seen the optional trim roc coffered ceiling you will want to make this home your own. The kitchen is the focus point of this open-concept design. The kitchen breakfast bar, large dining room and spacious living room make this home perfect for entertaining friends and family. Additional windows bring in the warmth of natural light to all 3 bedrooms. The master bedroom has a full ensuite while the other two bedrooms share a jack-and-jill bathroom. Factory built homes by Quality Homes. www.qualityhomes.ca

The master bath has dual vanities, a lovely tiles shower and a soaking tub.

A lighter, brighter space with amenities such as a dual vanity, walk-in shower, and heated floor and towel bar. One of the standout features of this project is the custom cabinets by Crystal Cabinets. The towers along the vanity offer practical drawer storage and electrical outlets, yet have the look and appeal of fine furniture. The finish in the fixtures is called "English Bronze" made by Rohl via Ferguson.

Master Bath, spa retreat photography by Brian Fussell Rangeline Photography

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A spa bathroom built for true relaxation. The stone look tile and warmth of the teak accent wall bring together a combination that creates a serene oasis for the homeowner.

The Master Bathroom with large built-in linen cabinet, and counter-to-ceiling cabinet storage between sinks. A locking barn door leads to shower/toilet room.

Sam Holland

We finish off our remodel with a beautiful, all new master bathroom. Making more room inside the shower meant rebuilding a wall, but in doing so, we created a 36” open space within the glass enclosure. Finishing the shower walls with elongated subway tiles in teal, and a few white tiles for accent pieces. A vertical glass mosaic accent piece decorates the space nicely. This shower has all the bells and whistles. Three grab bars, a shower seat made of the same Cambria slab as the countertops, a 3 bay shower niche on the back wall, and a single shower niche near the multi-function, adjustable hand shower head. The flooring of the shower is a safe, 2x2 anti-slip flooring for safety and décor. The cabinets in the space are a custom made, rare upper cabinet and lower cabinet combo. Again, real Alder wood cabinets, these however are stained in a cinnamon color, with shaker doors and slab drawers. Continuing with the eclectic feel, we have brushed gold handles, and a polished nickel Moen faucet. Finishing the space with a custom made mirror atop the same glass mosaic that is in the brand new shower.

This high-end primary bath remodel incorporated rare pink marble into all aspects of the project. Fixture locations did not change in the design, exterior walls were insulated. Basic architectural components like the shower arch were retained in this superb design by Liz Schupanitz with masterful tile installation by Hohn & Hohn. Cabinets by Frost Cabinets. Photos by Andrea Rugg and Greg Schmidt.