“Five” is an extensive restoration of five detached dwellings originally built in 1912, and now on the City of Vancouver Heritage Register. The detached homes of 130 m2 each are contained on a single city lot. Preservation and restoration of the existing structures allowed the developer to retain the existing density of 1.3 FSR, which is approximately double the currently permitted density. To reduce energy use, the project uses  “on-demand” in floor radiant heating and hot water, double Low-E and argon filled windows, Energy Star appliances, and Forest Stewardship Certified wood. The project anticipates a 12 tonne per home per year reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. Source: http://www.rethinkingbuilding.com/projects/design.php?c=1_2&s=1_2 Technology: Direct "Tankless" Hot Water System, Double Low-E and Argon Windows, Energy Star Appliances     READ MORE