179 N 10th Street Passive House Mid Rise Condo

EP Engineering has partnered with KSK Construction and builtd Architects to deliver a forward-thinking mass timber passive house condominium. Designed to meet rigorous Passive House standards, the project pushes the boundaries of energy efficiency and environmentally responsible urban development. By combining mass timber construction with all-electric mechanical systems, high-efficiency heat pump technology, and advanced energy recovery ventilation, the building significantly reduces both embodied and operational carbon while delivering superior occupant comfort and indoor air quality.

179 N 10th Street represents a new model for sustainable multifamily construction in New York City, demonstrating how innovative structural materials and cutting-edge MEP design can work together to create a high-performance, environmentally responsible residential building.

Location

179 North 10th Street, Brooklyn, NY

Project Size

40,000 sf

Engineering challenges

▪ Coordinating mass timber structural systems with high-performance MEP design to achieve aggressive energy efficiency and sustainability goals.
▪ Integrating all-electric mechanical systems within a mass timber structure while maintaining architectural aesthetics and structural integrity.
▪ Designing high-efficiency ventilation and heat recovery systems to meet stringent indoor air quality and building performance targets.
▪ Achieving low embodied carbon goals through material selection and system coordination.

Engineering outcomes

▪ Passive House–level performance, significantly reducing energy demand and improving thermal comfort.
▪ All-electric design incorporating high-efficiency heat pump systems for heating, cooling, and domestic hot water.
▪ Advanced energy recovery ventilation systems provide continuous fresh air and enhanced indoor environmental quality.
▪ High-performance envelope and mechanical systems contribute to reduced operational energy consumption and long-term sustainability.

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