Adopting a high-performing building envelope to achieve energy efficiency, thermal comfort, and a healthy indoor environment, the The Cowes Cultural and Community Centre (CCCC) in Phillip Island, Victoria, is in the process of achieving Passivhaus certification - the highest standards of performance-driven sustainable design.

Set to be the Bass Coast Shire Council's most acclaimed facility for the community and visitors, the CCCC is envisioned to be a dynamic and interactive hub that showcases history and culture with a space for community activities and events.

In this 1-hour session case study, learn how:

• Cost uplift associated with Passivhaus certification was vital to supporting clients and stakeholders to formally pursue the Passivhaus standard. Transparency and realism about expected costs provides greater opportunities in considering the payback and the several other benefits of Passivhaus which are not easily quantifiable.
• Contractor education was critical to the success of fulfilling the Passivhaus vision, giving the build team agency to take the initiative in identifying and remedying risks on-site for greater success. This synergy between client expectations and contractor education is a necessary hurdle as sustainability continues to grow in importance in the future of building design.
• Mixed use of the CCCC introduced unique challenges that have pushed how the Passivhaus standard is applied to non-residential building types. The significance of varied occupancy levels in non-residential buildings tested how sufficient cooling is provided during peak visitation periods, while still being comfortable during off-peak hours when free internal heat gains are unavailable.
• The steel-framed structure of the CCCC also introduces complex thermal bridge detailing that requires coordination between the Passivhaus Designer, architect, structural engineer, and contractor.

Navigating the challenges posed by projects like the CCCC will pave the way for improved outcomes for the future of sustainable architectural endeavours.

Join us for a 1-hour Session with Lawrence Le as he dives into the the process of the Cowes Cultural and Community Centre.

Event Details:

• Date: 4th September 2024
• Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pm (AEST)
• Location: Online

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