Ultimate Passive House Build: From Design to Certification in Australia

Join us on an exclusive tour of a stunning Passive House project on Victoria’s Surf Coast, built with Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) by Aphi Projects. In this detailed walkthrough, Dale from AY Projects shares the entire process—from early design and documentation to achieving an incredible airtightness result of 0.32 ACH in the blower door test. Discover how this 4.5-year project incorporated European windows, HRV systems, downdraft range hoods, and innovative features like frameless triple-glazed corners for breathtaking ocean views. Whether you’re an architect, builder, or homeowner dreaming of an energy-efficient, sustainable home, this video breaks down key elements like CLT installation (watertight in just 2 weeks!), insulation strategies, bushfire-compliant screens, and the rigorous Passive House certification process. Learn about thermal bridging solutions, solar heat gain optimization, and how to integrate Australian hardwoods with modern eco-design for a minimalist aesthetic. APHI Projects: https://aphiprojects.com.au/ Hip V Hype: https://hipvhype.com.au/ Highlights include: • [0:00] Introduction to the project and blower door results • [1:06] Design process for Passive House with CLT • [3:09] Rapid CLT installation vs. traditional framing • [4:19] Kitchen features: Downdraft hood and integrated bins • [5:46] Cavity sliders and interior finishes • [7:11] HRV system and suspended ceiling details • [9:25] High-performance windows and doors from Europe • [13:01] Lift-and-slide doors with fly screens • [13:49] Frameless glass junctions for seamless views • [15:56] Joinery and hidden mechanical services • [17:23] Airtightness sealing for penetrations • [18:46] Window-CLT connections and external cladding • [20:01] Floor box integration • [20:53] Curved bathroom design for a cave-like retreat • [21:28] CLT bed base with ventilation • [22:16] Path to Passive House certification • [25:06] Final thoughts and team credits If you’re interested in passive house construction, sustainable building techniques, or reducing your home’s energy demands to as low as 14 kWh/m² annually, this is a must-watch. We cover real-world challenges like coastal winds, condensation risks, and balancing aesthetics with performance. Subscribe for more insights into green architecture, eco-friendly homes, and innovative building projects. Like and comment below: What’s your biggest question about building a Passive House? #PassiveHouse #SustainableBuilding #CLTConstruction #EcoHome #EnergyEfficient #GreenArchitecture #Airtightness #PassiveHouseCertification #AustralianArchitecture #SurfCoastHome #TripleGlazing #HRVSystem #BushfireResistant #MinimalistDesign #SustainableLiving #AphiProjects