Mixed use building: private residence above retail store. This Loadingdock attempt to build NYC's first new building which fulfills the strict german Passiv Haus standard.
Envelope design is comprised by:
walls: load-bearing 8" concrete masonry units with 6" EPS exterior insulation
parapets: autoclave aerrated concrete blocks to avoid thermal bridging
exterior finish: EFIS with 7" EPS
interior finish: CMU painted, all electric installation
exposed roof: 4" concrete on steel deck covered by 8" rigid insulation
windows: Walch Windows from Austria residence
entrance door: custom 4" thick wood panel.
Mechanical concept:
one Mitsubishi ducted indoor unit for remaining heating and cooling demand. Zehnder ComfoAir 350 Enery Recovery Ventilator exterior sun sail at the south facade to avoid summer overheating
Status: Built
Architect: Loadingdock5
Website: https://www.loadingdock5.com
