At Epic Architecture, we have the experience and passion to deliver the highest quality passive off-grid home designs.

Beyond the obvious environmental benefits, one of the primary objectives of passive off-grid design is to reduce the energy consumption of a building. This can be achieved by incorporating features such as large windows for natural light, insulation to reduce heat loss, and ventilation to promote air flow. Additionally, passive solar design features such as orientation, shading, and thermal mass can be used to regulate temperature and provide natural lighting.

Passive off-grid design also involves the use of renewable energy sources such as solar panels, wind turbines, and hydroelectric generators to provide electricity, heating, and cooling. This can be achieved through the installation of solar panels on the roof or the use of geothermal heating and cooling systems.

In addition to reducing energy consumption and reliance on external sources, passive off-grid design can also have environmental benefits. It can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by minimizing the need for fossil fuels, and it can also reduce water consumption by utilizing rainwater harvesting systems.

The implementation of passive design strategies are critical at the beginning of the design process. These include, but are not limited to, the correct orientation of your building, research on the local climate conditions like sun, wind and weather patterns, topographical conditions- are you on a hill or in a valley?, fenestration and cross ventilation patterns, then we move into onsite service management. All of these inform the off grid design strategies and set the stage for a beautiful architectural design. 

Under our Epic umbrella team we have passive haus certified consultants who work relentlessly on creating solutions and informing our desisgn strategy to get the most benefit for your off grid living solution. We also partner with industry leaders in manufacturing and alternate building solutions to make sure you are offered the solutions that best suit your needs.

Overall, passive off-grid design is about creating buildings that are sustainable, energy-efficient, and environmentally friendly. By harnessing the power of natural resources, architects and builders can create spaces that promote healthy living while minimizing their impact on the environment.