Through The Details: Lessons Learned from 50 Phius Design Certifications
This session traces the evolution of Passive House detailing over the past decade, highlighting how simplification and improved modeling have made high-performance design more practical and affordable. Drawing from numerous PHIUS-certified projects, it explores how assemblies, air barriers, and thermal details have shifted from complex, custom solutions to streamlined, buildable systems aligned with standard construction practice. Through technical examples and personal reflection as a Certified Passive House Consultant, the presentation illustrates how clarity and simplicity have enhanced—not compromised—performance, paving the way for broader adoption of Passive House principles.
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Trace the evolution of Passive House detailing from early complex assemblies to streamlined, conventional construction methods.
Assess critical pathway evolution and trade-off decisions between the Architect and CPHC in the design process.
Employ strategies for simplifying air barrier, window, and thermal break details while maintaining or improving performance.
Describe the shifting role of the CPHC and how Phius CORE 2024 protocol and incentive offerings supports wider adoption and integration into mainstream practice.
This session is pre-approved for 1 credit hour toward AIA (LU|HSW), BPI, LEED (BD+C), MA CSL, and NARI certification. Those who attend a full day of the conference are additionally eligible for credit toward Phius and RESNET certification.