This semi-detached house, located in Canaviais, Évora, Portugal, is the first Passive House certified in the region. Built in 2024 with steel construction, it features a compact two-story design with two bedrooms on the upper floor and an open-plan living area below. 

The house has a total treated floor area of 72 m² and a variety of energy-efficient components, including a high-performance thermal envelope, solar panels, and a thermosiphonic system for domestic hot water. 

The mechanical systems include ventilation with heat recovery and split-type air conditioning. The building aims for a low heating demand and a significant renewable energy generation.

Photo © Macarena Ávila Bohoyo