Custom Home Project
Multi-Family Homes
Whistler, BC
Type: Multi-Family – 4 Units
Architectural Design: Leith Erikson Architecture
80
Energuide Rating
Under 1.5
Air changes per Hour
Finalist Categories:
New home award (Multi-family project)
Finalist Categories:
Best Multi-Family Kitchen - New
NEW HOME FINALIST (MULTI-FAMILY PROJECT)
INTERIOR
We aimed to develop a creative and innovative space with architectural details and form.
- Kitchen and dining areas face south for best natural day lighting and passive solar gains
- Structural beams exposed to add architectural detail and mountain feel
- Building oriented east west for passive solar optimization and to take advantage of views north and south
- Large windows optimize natural day lighting even on a typical overcast day
- Bright open kitchen with large island allows good circulation, lots of counter and storage and connection to cozy family area
- Oversized garage as a result of floodplain covenant provides flex space and ample storage for tools and toys
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FUNCTIONALITY OF FLOOR PLAN
- Central stair reduces circulation space optimizing living areas and creating a sense of separation between busy kitchen area and maintaining connection to living dining room space
- Large entry with spacious storage for busy families
- Stair well creates separation between bed rooms for privacy
- Master bedroom located for best mountain views
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS INCLUDING ENERGY EFFICIENCY
- ICF and SIP structure constructed to under 3 ACH
- High real R values promote energy efficiency, and occupant comfort
- Low or zero VOC materials used throughout
- All lighting LED and CFL
- HRV installed
- Home rated at Energuide 8?
- Durable fire resistant fibre cement siding used in a variety of applications
- All appliances Energy Star
EXTERIOR
- Architectural character, unique attributes including amenities, green space etc, curb appeal, and integration of the project into its setting
- Design from street gives impression of single family home
- Individual recessed front entry’s add to sense of privacy and single family feel
- Large 4 unit townhome fits in well with both single family and multifamily neighbours
- Each of 4 units has private fenced rear yard with access to upper deck from kitchen
- Individual balconies facing north and south
- Large landscaped common green space area at front and rear
BEST MULTI-FAMILY KITCHEN - NEW
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS INCLUDING ENERGY EFFICIENCY
- LED lighting throughout kitchen and sitting room
- Energy star appliances
- Gas range
- Low or zero VOC finishes and materials
- HRV installed
- Passive solar orientation for winter heat gain
FUNCTIONALITY OF LAYOUT
- Galley kitchen design with large island provides ample counter area and generous storage options
- Design allows good circulation around work areas for parties and busy families
- Island sink allows cook to connect with guests and family
- Space saving wall mounted oven and microwave
- High output hidden hood fan for clean look and better ventilation
- Island provides seating for 4
- Extra soundproofing under laminate flooring
- Backlit backsplash ensures bright work space
UNIQUE DESIGN ELEMENTS
- Flush fridge design creates clean functional look
- Clean upper cabinets align with hidden hood fan. No grasps maintains flush appearance
- Flush island design
- Contrast white and wood design cabinets
- Easy clean frosted glass backsplash
- Back lit fridge LED lighting
- Extra deep heavy gauge German made stainless steel sink
CHOICE OF MATERIALS
- Bright durable quartzite counters
- Slow motion closing drawers and doors
- Easy clean durable laminate flooring
- Easy maintenance stainless steel appliances
- Bright dimmable LED lighting
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