DANIEL CLARKE ARCHITECT INC.

An ultra high-performance building performs excellently in a number of unseen ways and goes beyond just saving money on heating.

Homeowners considering a renovation can increase its value by maximizing the performance of every dollar spent. by following these ten tips.

You bet. The Bank of Canada raised the prime interest rate again this past week, so plenty of people and companies are reluctant to build....

Any house built near a forest risks being destroyed by wildfire, but you can protect your home for a relatively low cost.

There are 4 main things that an architect should do for your project to avoid wasted time, wasted money, and expensive, aggravating delays.

Installing central air-conditioning to handle heatwaves is expensive and isn't a long-term solution. Here's a less expensive strategy to fi

Like a super high-performance car, a “Legend Home” is a modern, ultra-performance home. You get superior comfort, precise climate control.

Renovating or building a house to last 80-100 years can be less expensive than one house that must be replaced or repaired multiple times ov

Disaster-proof and climate resilient houses can be luxurious if designed correctly.

Is an AC system a waste of money? Find out why getting a central air-conditioning system now might be a costly mistake.

Severe flooding may breach your last defense, and only proper planning and careful thought can design your house to survive.

The big 'green building' systems out there right now are LEED, Passive House, Living Building Challenge, and WELL certification. Each...

The setup of your property and your landscaping is your first physical line of defense against water traveling over land.

Flooding presents a range of risks most of which can be lethal. The flood risk impacts entire communities.

We can design a flood proof house to withstand the next British Columbia flood event. That's important because while not everyone lives in

A derecho isn't meteorologically anything like a hurricane, but its impact is similar. Instead of winds spinning around a calm centre,...

Property owners of multifamily buildings regularly wrestle with the cost comparison of maintenance, renovation, and replacement. Some...

You Can Build a High-Performance House for Less Money Than a Typical House - Learn design strategies that will both reduce the cost of build

The right daylighting strategy can greatly improve the quality of your family’s life at home for little or no extra expense.

A typical house has countless tiny holes that lead to mold, but better airtightness can make your house healthier and more comfortable.