I’d say Building Science is the most important thing to have a good grip on in today’s high performance building space. Let me explain…. I was recently challenged when asked why we adopted Net Zero, Net Zero Ready ( see article) What does it mean to be NET ZERO? and Energy star as the sustainable programs of choice. Why not just build to code and make the changes as code requires it? A good question.
Our Ennisclare project has passed framing inspection and is now at the insulation / drywall stage. As the exposure is South west facing on lake Ontario that means the home will be subject to prevailing winds and is more exposed to the elements. Although not NET ZERO this home will certify as Energy Star level 2. So what does that mean? Each component of the home’s energy efficiency is scrutinized to levels much higher than current code requirements. The end result is less drafts and cold spots and a healthy indoor environment! So lets look at some key points in a good spray foam job….
I’m old enough to recall, as an engineering student, being critiqued on line quality of drafting. Should you use an HB pencil or 2H or 2B? Did you keep your instruments clean to prevent smudges and a”dirty” drawing?
Rough ins are all complete and its time to do the finishing details at our Ennisclare project. Among the many items on the list is (((NOISE)))) and making sure it’s not going to be a bother. Plumbing piping is one big culprit and ensuring its done right takes care and attention….
At Chatsworth we talk about High Performance Building but what does that mean for you? The phrase communicates our vision of building. This approach yields the best for you, our homeowners delivering the best value in your new home. For example, in our Modern luxury home on Doulton Dr Mississauga the home is not only built to Energy Star standards so the home exceeds code requirements by a long margin but the steel frame was modelled in a sophisticated 3D modelling software.
We are now coming out of the ground with this ultra-modern family home on the exclusive Doulton Drive in Mississauga. The foundations are almost complete with waterproofing scheduled to be wrapped up in the upcoming weeks.
As our Lakeshore project emerges from the ground, foundations complete and will soon be ready for framing! When complete this home will be Net Zero Ready, a relatively new building standard in the industry at large but a familiar term to high performance builders.
As the client is abroad much of the time the Chatsworth team is challenged to keep communications clear and open while maintaining the personal care and precision that Chatsworth builds are known for.
Framing and roofing are now in progress on Devon Road part of East Oakville’s Wedgewood Park which is becoming a very popular neighbourhood. After seeing so many resales that weren’t quite what they wanted our clients approached Chatsworth to build their dream home “just as they wanted it”.
Situated on Lake Ontario in the historical “Baillie Estate”, land once owned by famous local entrepreneur Frank W Baillie. This home sports painstakingly appointed transitional décor… interior features include an indoor pool, collectors wine-room, hot tub, hockey room and full rec room with wet bar; all favourite places for gathering at parties. A heated screen porch gives way to a large terrace as one is drawn to the Lake with fabulous unobstructed views of Lake Ontario and the Toronto skyline. The professional landscaping complements the traditionally detailed crafted granite masonry exterior, stone sourced locally from Ontario quarries
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