Retro Housing Retrofitted for the Modern Age: A Case Study
The Ken Soble Tower project rehabilitated a post-war apartment in Hamilton, Ontario, achieving Passive House standard and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 94 per cent. The goal was to retrofit the building to achieve EnerPHit certification, with upgrades to the building envelope, mechanical systems, electrical, plumbing, and safety systems. The success of the Ken Soble Tower retrofit demonstrates a pathway for similar aging building stock across North America, improving occupant quality of life and reducing operating expenses.