CIP Building System
Monolith Systems

Interior Design
Robyn Bryson

Contractor
NZ Builders Ltd.

This home was constructed using concrete insulated panel (CIP) building technology, using a tilt-up method, which at the time was unique to the residential building industry in Canada.

CIP homes are low maintenance, energy efficient, extremely durable, and resistant to common damage culprits such as rot, mould, pests, and fire.

Wain Rd home was intentionally designed to be a passive solar home. By to solar energy and retain it with the thermal mass of the concrete, resultedin a 70% energy reduction and making it almost entirely net zero energy from a 12.5KW solar PV system.

DETAILS
  • Passive House Inspired
  • Passive Solar Designed
  • Energy Model, Off Grid home
  • CIP Concrete Insulated Panels
  • R32 Wall Assembly
  • R40 Slab, Insulated Footings
  • R40 Roof Assembly
  • 1 ACH (Air Change per Hour)
  • Zendher HRV System Low3 Glazing
  • Fibreglass Windows
  • American Clay Walls
  • Reclaimed Wood
  • Metal Snap Lock Roof
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • 6Kw Solar P.V w/ Batteries
  • Rain Water Catchment
  • Heat Demand 17kw/m2 per year
Awards

2014 Care Awards

Gold Awards
  • Green Builder of the Year – Small Volume
  • Best Home Design
  • Best Master Suite under 500 sq. ft.
Silver Awards
  • Project of the Year
  • Best Outdoor Living Space
  • Best Contemporary Kitchen (New or Renovated) under 230 sq. ft.
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