Plan House Blog

A "Pretty Good House" Without The Fuss Comfort, Style, and Liviability Done Simply A Pretty Good House is comfortable in every way without being too fussy. The secret to the home's liveable is some extra insulation and tight sealing to stay warm and prevent drafts. A super energy-efficient heat pump that heats and cools paired with heat recovery ventilation (HRC) providing fresh air. The simple traditional farmhouse is the home you want to live in.   The pretty good house approach is a design philosophy that aims to create energy-efficient, comfortable, and durable homes without relying on complex or expensive technologies. The concept was developed by a group of architects, builders, and engineers who wanted to find a balance between conventional construction practices and the high-performance standards of the passive house approach. In this blog post, I will explain the pros and cons of the pretty good house approach and how it can benefit homeowners and the environment...