Here we share some observations about and snapshots of the Passive House we had built in Oakland County, Michigan. All photographs were taken by us unless otherwise noted.

Pre-built walls were put in place for the first floor. These walls are constructed traditionally and sheathed with a water-resistive air barrier (green in color). Later a foot thick insulated wall will be added to the outside to achieve an overall (including windows) insulation R value of 60. Building in this manner makes it easier for the interior work to be completed in a familiar manner. The steel beam will support the weight of the second floor.