Passive House in Toronto’s ravine landscape

A resilient, light-filled retreat in Toronto's ravine landscape, with ultra-low energy use and Passive House-certification. Carefully placed apertures frame seasonal shifts in light, immersing the home in nature.

2022, Toronto, Ontario
Residential - Architecture - Interiors - Site design

Photography by Doublespace.

An architectural elevation sketch of a Passive House-designed home featuring a minimalist facade with horizontal slatted screening and a cheerful yellow entry. The design prioritizes energy efficiency, thermal performance, and a strong connection to
Front facade of West Don Ravine Passive House, featuring a modern white exterior, vertical slatted panels, and a striking yellow door, surrounded by native landscaping.
Evening view of West Don Ravine Passive House, showcasing large glass windows, warm interior lighting, and lush backyard landscaping.
Expansive nature-facing window framed by warm wooden interiors, bringing in natural daylight and offering serene forest views.
Minimalist staircase with wood and steel accents, designed for both function and aesthetic balance, illuminated by soft natural light.
A warm, minimalist interior featuring a sloped ceiling, natural wood furniture, and a red lounge chair bathed in soft daylight. Sunlight filters through a skylight, casting geometric shadows on the white walls, highlighting Poiesis Architecture’s foc
Elegant living room with exposed concrete walls, a golden Japanese screen, and a lush outdoor view, merging modernist design with natural surroundings.
A cozy lounge area with a textured concrete wall, soft furnishings, and warm wood accents, bathed in dappled natural light.
A combination of vertical terracotta screen and a garden-level living space, blurring the boundary between indoor and outdoor environments.
A modern, terracotta-clad building exterior with sharp linear shadows from integrated shading elements.
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