Building Science

28th International Passive House Conference Essen 2026

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The 28th International Passive House Conference in Essen, Germany

Stich Consulting and Design proudly attended the International Passive House Conference held in Essen, one of the most important global gatherings dedicated to the Passive House standard and high-performance building.

Recognized internationally as the premier event for energy-efficient construction, the conference brings together leading architects, engineers, manufacturers, researchers, and certified Passive House professionals from around the world.

A Global Hub for Passive House Innovation

The International Passive House Conference showcases:

  • The latest research in building physics and energy modelling

  • Innovations in airtight construction and thermal bridge-free detailing

  • High-performance window and ventilation technologies

  • Certified Passive House case studies from Europe and beyond

  • Updates to standards, certification pathways, and regulatory developments

The event also features an extensive trade exhibition where cutting-edge building materials and system solutions are presented by industry leaders.

Strengthening International Partnerships

Attending this conference allows Stich Consulting and Design to maintain direct relationships with European manufacturers and Passive House experts who continue to shape the future of sustainable construction.

By staying engaged at the international level, we ensure that our consulting services, product sourcing, and Passive House Tours reflect the most current standards and best practices available worldwide.

Bringing Global Expertise to North America

Participation in the International Passive House Conference reinforces our commitment to delivering:

  • Evidence-based building strategies

  • Proven high-performance building envelope solutions

  • Up-to-date Passive House certification guidance

  • Internationally informed design and consulting services

As Passive House continues to evolve globally, Stich Consulting and Design remains actively involved in the conversations and innovations driving its future.

For more information and registration see details at https://passivehouseconference.org/en/

Educational PH Tour 2024

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Educational PH Tour 2024

Educational Passive House Tour 2024 in Innsbruck, Austria
Apr 7th-12th, 2024

This tour will start in Innsbruck, Austria on April 7th in the afternoon and end in Munich on April 12th.

Our tour will lead us through Austria, Italy, and Germany which will require you to have a valid passport (min 6 month valid from expiry date) as well as a medical travel insurance.
Our visits will be in English (sometimes translated from German into English).
The price includes 5 nights of accommodation, breakfast, dinner, and snacks as well as transportation and entrance fees if required. Flights and conference fee are not included.

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Also check out the gallery of previous tours.

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Educational PH Tour 2023

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Educational PH Tour 2023

Educational Passive House Tour 2023
in Wiesbaden, Germany - Mar 12th-17th, 2023

This years tour will start in Wiesbaden, Germany right after the 26th International Passive House Conference -  Sunday, March 12th and will be ending on Friday, March 17th in Munich, Germany.

This tour is a fan-favourite as it gives our participants a chance to see the best in the industry through show homes, production facilities, and much more.
We have organized this tour so all local travel, accommodation and meals are included in the tour cost.
We pride ourselves in organizing a cultured, educational, and social tour. A lot of time goes into planning this event abroad, but we couldn’t be more grateful to be able to call this our job!

For more information, please get in touch with us jasminka@stichpassivedesign.com or call 250.341.1974

 

WE would love to offer it again, Educational PH Tour from March 12th-17th 2023, organized by stich consulting & design Inc.  

We believe that Education is the key to every better change and we love to bring the know-how to our Passive House course participants, customers and clients but it is essential to see and believe, learn, experience and understand what this change includes and what it comes with and what the results are.

Stich Consulting & Design Inc. is again excited to announce the upcoming 6th Educational Passive House Tour.
We are visiting various show homes, production facilities and so much more –all around Passive House wooden construction methods. Invited is every Passive House enthusiast, everyone who is interested in advanced and sustainable building.

Join us for an educational tour and learn all about Passive Houses. This tour will take part in Europe!

If you would like to learn more about it and offer your input, please email

tomaz@stichpassivedesign.com & jasminka@stichpassivedesign.com
or call (250) 341-8352 & (250) 341-1974.

Also check out the gallery of last trips in previous years tours

 

We practice what we preach/teach

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We practice what we preach and teach

Great News! We are happy to announce that our newest project has finally come together, and we can get comfortable in our own PH. Our newly built home is a Certified Passive House and is listed in the Passive House Database.

It is the first prefabricated certified PH home built with CLT (Cross Laminated Timber) in Invermere, British Columbia.

We are opening our doors and invite you to tour our home and discover everything PH practices have to offer. Please book your tour appointment in advance.

We are looking forward to welcoming you into our house soon! Tomaz & Jasminka

Please email tomaz@stichpassivedesign.com & jasminka@stichpassivedesign.com
or call (250) 341-8352 & (250) 341-1974 to book your tour. 

Passive House Certified Building

  • First prefabricated certified PH home out of CLT (cross laminated timber) in Invermere, BC