PASSIVE
HOUSE
Make Nocturne your next home and unlock a new level of livability, luxurious comfort, and self-care.
Why you will love living in a Passive House apartment
The unmatched comfort
Thermal comfort is the subjective condition of feeling neither too hot nor too cold, and maintaining it is critical for optimal human function. Thermal comfort affects everything from mood to productivity to sleep quality. Thanks to Nocturne’s extra insulation, draft-free construction, and individually-controlled HVAC systems that keep indoor temperature and humidity levels consistently just right, you can expect goldilocks-level comfort all year long, any season, any weather, any time of day.
The fresh, healthy air
It may sound obvious that air pollution has negative impacts on human health. But people may not know that the air inside a home with inadequate ventilation could have five times more pollution than the outdoor air, which can lead to a host of problems ranging from allergies to cancer. If you often feel restless while trying to sleep and sleepy while trying to concentrate, it could be your air! Because of Nocturne’s airtight building enclosure, non-toxic finishes and advanced ventilation system, you will breathe continuously fresh, filtered air 24/7/365, protecting you from harmful effects from indoor air contaminants, like PM2.5 particulates, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and airborne viruses.
The serene quiet
In cities, and especially on thoroughfares where apartment buildings tend to be located, life can be noisy. Whether it originates from street traffic or a next door neighbor, sound becomes noise pollution when it interferes with your sleep and mental health. Noise pollution causes stress, anxiety, and can even raise your blood pressure and risk of cardiovascular disease. A huge benefit of Passive House apartments is that they are so much quieter to live in. The same features that make the building energy efficient also absorb unwanted sound. Nocturne’s triple-pane windows and thick walls full of dense-packed insulation function like a pair of noise-cancelling headphones. And since the fresh air system is working whether the windows are open or not, you control the volume.
What does PHIUS certification mean?
Reduced Energy Use and Carbon Emissions
PHIUS, or Passive House Institute US, establishes project-specific performance targets for the energy required to operate a building. PHIUS certified buildings use roughly 50% of the total energy and 90% less energy for heating and cooling compared to their code-minimum counterparts. Residents will save money on utility costs while literally saving the planet.
Improved Health and Comfort
In tandem with rigorous energy-efficiency metrics, PHIUS sets high standards for thermal comfort and indoor air quality. This means that in addition to being ridiculously energy-efficient, PHIUS certified apartments support the health and well-being of those who call them home. Residents can count on a healthy, quiet, and comfortable indoor environment.
Third Party Quality Assurance
PHIUS certification ensures the best practices in energy conservation and building science have been implemented and independently verified at every step of the design and construction process from energy modeling to field inspections. Residents can trust their home will be healthy, comfortable, durable and resilient for decades to come.
Net Zero Energy Ready
The PHIUS standard requires energy conservation to be optimized with passive measures prior to the addition of renewables as well as compliance with several other national green building standards: the US Department of Energy Net Zero Energy Ready Homes, EPA EnergyStar, EPA WaterSense, and EPA Indoor AirPlus programs. Residents will experience a high quality of life with a low carbon footprint.