Cases

Trumpington Community College

St. Francis Primary School

The Henry Moore VisitorCentre

Orion – supported living centre

Middlesbrough College

Creagh Collage Secondary School

Multi sports centre, Denmark

Multi sports centre, Denmark

Drommebakken Kindergarten

Drommebakken Kindergarten

Drømmebakken Kindergarten

Langebjerg School: a brighter future, Denmark

Langebjerg School: a brighter future, Denmark

The classrooms were dark, the air felt stuffy and the old roof plates were cracking. But when Langebjerg School embarked on a renovation with roof windows, the solution turned out to be both comfortable and contemporary.

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Endrup School, Denmark

Endrup School, Denmark

Endrup School, Denmark

Rebuilding two preschool classrooms at the Endrup School offered an opportunity to create healthy indoor environments for children and implement new, energy-efficient technologies. In so doing, the design team also hoped to create a better space for learning and teaching – and for connecting with nature.

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OSRAM House, Copenhagen

OSRAM House, Copenhagen

Originally built as a warehouse for a light bulb manufacturer, Osram House is now an example of how daylight can transform a dark, industrial building into a hub for cultural activities.

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The first Active House in Russia

The first Active House in Russia

Inspired by traditional wooden houses and equipped with modern conveniences, the First Active House in Russia shows how distinctive architecture can create a healthy and beautiful home.

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Smith Residence: the first Active House in the United States

Smith Residence: the first Active House in the United States

A modern home that offers a healthy indoor climate and exceptional energy efficiency – while harmonising with its traditional neighbourhood. That is the first Active House in the United States. Home to the Smith family of St. Louis, Missouri, who find their house extremely comfortable.

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Future Active House, Norway

Future Active House, Norway

A house whose technology and atmosphere can inspire future green buildings. That is the aim of Future Active House − a family home that comprises timeless design, a sense of connectedness to Norway’s stunning natural landscape, and myriad solutions for reducing energy consumption.

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Solhuset, Denmark

Solhuset, Denmark

Solhuset (The Sun House) was conceived to set new standards for future sustainable childcare centres. The vision was to enable children to live and learn in interaction with nature in a space that has a positive impact on the environment and its everyday users.

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zu-haus, Austria

zu-haus, Austria

Replacing an old barn with a modern home has given this Austrian family a house that connects generations and integrates energy-saving technology with traditional architecture.

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One-family home: TUEN, Denmark

One-family home: TUEN, Denmark

For a family of four, rebuilding their old house was an opportunity to transform it. With added insulation and extensive use of roof windows, the previously dark and cold building is now a pleasant and beautiful home.

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House by the Garden of Venus, Austria

House by the Garden of Venus, Austria

How do you build a new home on a site that is already occupied by a historic farmhouse and a fruit orchard? By constructing the new house on top of the old one. The result is a bright and unconventional Active House.

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De Poorters van Montfoort, Netherlands

De Poorters van Montfoort, Netherlands

The advantages of Active Houses are not limited to new constructions. A social housing area in the Netherlands shows how the principles can be applied to existing buildings – to the great delight of the residents.

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Jadahus ISOBO Aktiv, Norway

Jadarhus ISOBO Aktiv, Norway

As reality is the ultimate test of new ideas, Jadarhus ISOBO Aktiv aims to test a range of new technologies to improve energy efficiency and indoor climate.

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Great Gulf Active House, Canada

Great Gulf Active House, Canada

Canadian nature is just as beautiful as it is rough. A house must be adapted to these conditions − when done successfully, the result is both comfortable and sustainable.

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Healthy Home Townhouses, Stjørdal, Norway

Healthy Home Townhouses, Stjørdal, Norway

Comfortable and energy-efficient living should be affordable. That is the aim of Healthy Home Townhouses, which offer Active House standards at a price similar to traditional homes.

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Active House Centennial Park, Ontario, Canada

Active House Centennial Park, Ontario, Canada

Active House Centennial Park Residence is about bringing an easily maintained, environmentally friendly home to the consumer and improving the quality of life for homeowners who lead busy lives.

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