Kitchen
Remodeling

Whether your kitchen is residential or commercial, Green Attic will ensure it’s energy-efficient. One hurdle of building a kitchen that passes the Passive House test is establishing the proper ventilation system to match your needs. How often you cook in your space determines how we design it, ensuring your cooking space is as air-tight as possible without compromising air quality. Proper ventilation of your kitchen can be executed with any wall-mounted, downdraft, or island exhaust fan and still pass Passive House standards, however, there are recommendations to consider while creating your design, such as:

• The Passive House Institute’s guidelines recommend installing recirculation exhaust fans, as opposed to exterior exhaust fans, particularly in small homes and apartments, as exterior vents significantly increase the amount of heat loss to your home. 
• Using recirculation fans, however, means air quality could be an issue, particularly if you use a gas stove. We recommend induction stoves should be used when possible.
• If using gas, placing your range against a wall is recommended, rather than over an island. A short, straight duct above an exterior exhaust fan will lead to the most energy-efficient use of your gas stove.