We design high-performance buildings that align with the values of our forward-thinking clients. Striving to design at the highest quality standards available, we are one of the few architecture firms certified by the International Passive House Institute in Canada. Passive House certified buildings create savings on energy costs by harvesting sunlight, retaining heat, and supporting flexible uses.
In addition, by implementing Passive House principles we can help minimize the environmental impacts of construction and long-term building maintenance. Since 2007, our work at Flechas Architecture has been guided by our enthusiasm for innovative design and building processes that incorporate both, sustainable practices and our clients' needs.
In addition, by implementing Passive House principles we can help minimize the environmental impacts of construction and long-term building maintenance. Since 2007, our work at Flechas Architecture has been guided by our enthusiasm for innovative design and building processes that incorporate both, sustainable practices and our clients' needs.
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At Flechas Architecture we strive to promote environmental, social and economic responsibility with our buildings. Our goal is to create spaces that connect people to their community and effectively use our increasingly scarce natural resources; spaces that are sustainable, affordable and inclusive.
This building is aiming to become the first Passive House certified commercial building in Alberta, and the first Passive House Plus commercial building in the world. With a vision of becoming a leader in environmental responsibility, in 2017 the Town of Valleyview appointed our firm to the Valleyview Town Hall project.
Our goal with the Pender Harbour Residence was to accommodate and enhance the comfort and activities of our client, all while integrating the house into the landscape, respecting the site's conditions, and achieving high energy efficiency levels. With a majestic view to the harbour, indoor-outdoor integration was a key component of our design program.
The implementation of Passive House principles complements the owners' commitment to sustainable food production and development. After completing the Chilcotin Harvest project, the Schellenhbergs commissioned our team to design another facility in their Redstone property: the KiNiKiNiK restaurant and store.
First renovation to Passive House standards in Vancouver with enhanced structural engineering. Our clients, Sandra Leznoff and Robert Malczyk, wanted to renovate their Kitsilano character home - built in 1906 - to increase its resiliency upon natural phenomena, including earthquakes.
Teaming up with Robert Malczyk in the role of structural consultant, and Dr. Guido Wimmers as energy consultant, we were able to achieve below average energy consumption levels (28 kWh/m2/annum vs. ~100 kWh/m2/annum), and air tightness 75% more efficient than a typical new residence.
Teaming up with Robert Malczyk in the role of structural consultant, and Dr. Guido Wimmers as energy consultant, we were able to achieve below average energy consumption levels (28 kWh/m2/annum vs. ~100 kWh/m2/annum), and air tightness 75% more efficient than a typical new residence.
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