What is a passive house

Do you know what a passive house is?

It might sound unusual, but in Germany and Northern Europe, it is undoubtedly a rising trend in housing. Whether prefabricated or not, they are now a reality in our country. So, how do they differ from a normal house? What is their greatest advantage? The answer is a massive saving on your electricity bill, as these passive houses feature an incredibly efficient ventilation system.

Where does the name “passive house” come from?

Well, the term “passive house” comes from a concept called passive cooling—cooling that neither requires nor incorporates mechanical elements to generate cold or heat. To achieve this in conventional homes, a very important value enters the equation: design.

The orientation of the house or the insulation used to protect the interior from the cold or heat is how homes make use of passive cooling.

How does a passive house work?

Normally, when we think of passive houses, prefabricated homes come to mind; however, not all of them are built this way. Others are custom-created to meet the specific needs of the owners of these “smart homes,” as well as the specific location where the property will be situated.

There is only one element that could be mechanical in passive houses: ventilation. Using incredibly efficient materials, experts and manufacturers claim that it is possible to heat a passive house up to 77% for free.

How can a passive house be considered?

The Passivhaus Instute must certify each home, as it is a pioneer in this type of property.

At Mikeli Luxury Real Estate, we understand the importance that the environment holds in our lives today. That is why we also invite you to read this article on our website, where we discuss a rising trend: raw houses.