ROW HOUSE
Multi-Family Residential
New Construction
3,200 SF
Philadelphia, PA: Francisville
These two single-family passive rowhomes on the edge of Philadelphia’s Francisville neighborhood maximize the area of their small lots and create a distinct impression against the neutral exteriors of adjacent development. Borrowing from established quilting practices, the blue terracotta cladding of the primary facade is complimented by the materials which weave and bound its edges.
Row House is intended to be perceived as one building. Windows are sized and placed in response to the interior use on each floor and mirrored to reinforce the exterior expression. The main entry and electric vehicle parking space are tucked strategically under the upper levels to provide protection from the elements. A solar array allows the project to take aim for zero energy use.
PROJECT STATS
Targeting Phius CORE 2021 Prescriptive Certification
Building Geometry
Heat Loss Form Factor: 2.22
Window to Wall Ratio: 18%
Performance Metrics
Predicted Energy Use Intensity (pEUI): 3.3 kBtu/sf/yr
Site Energy Use: 23 kBtu/sf/yr
Airtightness (target): 0.04 CFM50/sf envelope area
Building Envelope
Slab On Grade: R-18
Above Grade Walls: R-40 min.
Soffit Above Carport: R-54 min.
Roof: R-67 min.
Windows: U-Value 0.14, SHGC 0.4 approx.
Building Systems
Power / Fuel Source(s): All electric
Renewable Energy: Rooftop solar PV (9.6 kW system size)
Heating & Cooling: VRF heat pump
Ventilation: Energy recovery ventilator
Domestic Hot Water: Heat pump water heater
Appliances: Energy-Star
LED lighting
Low-embodied carbon building envelope
EV-ready carport