Luxury condo developers, HelloLiving, have recently completed construction on a collection of eight single-family townhomes, located in the Prospect Heights section of Brooklyn. Each three-story residence features 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, large private and roof terraces, laundry room and a finished cellar. The project was named “Hello Townhaus”, as it was built with components and systems in accordance with the energy efficiency standards for “Passivehaus” level buildings.
Hello Townhaus Passive Construction
Engineering challenges
- Design of mechanical and fire protection systems that would keep piping and ductwork out of sight and maintain high ceilings throughout.
- Mechanically ventilation apartments due to tight construction that utilizes high performance doors, windows and insulation.
Engineering outcomes
- Multi-zone VRF systems were provided with slim ducted and wall mounted ductless air handlers. Trade ready joists were utilized for piping distribution.
- Centralized, Passivehaus certified, energy recovery ventilators were provided to ventilate each townhome.