Passive House Open Days 2026
Event details
Dates: 26 – 28 June 2026
Submissions close: 29 May 2026
What is it?
The Passive House Open Days is an event organised globally by the International Passive House Association, where owners open their homes and offices to the public to experience first-hand what a Passive House building feels like and to learn more information about building to the Passive House standard.
From 26 – 28 June 2026, Passive House homeowners and businesses invite the public to experience Passive House buildings, both residential and non-residential, for themselves, to enjoy the comfortable interior temperatures, view the ventilations system, ask questions and consider the range of possibilities of Passive House for your own building projects.
Why participate in this?
This is an excellent opportunity to share your journey to design and build a world class home or office, promote this way of building and what you have loved about the process and living in a Passive House.
Designers, builders, consultants, trades persons and suppliers involved in the project may be onsite to share their knowledge and experience about ultra comfortable, healthy and energy efficient buildings and answer any questions about the project.
Passive House Owners
The Open Days really come alive if there are many participating projects to view. Only through the generosity of current Passive House owners can others experience the benefits of Passive House first-hand. PHINZ understands the effort this can take and fully appreciates those willing to spread the word through the most motivating avenue of all: hands-on personal experience.
Projects can be at any stage – from under construction to fully occupied. Registration is free of charge.
Have you participated in previous Passive House Open Days and your project is not on the map? You can contact PHI directly at info@passivehouse-international.org to have your past project added.
- To participate in the Passive House Open Days 2026, please register your project with us by completing the registration form.
You can submit a live, in-person tour or event or offer online tours, Q&A sessions or webinars. Projects can be at various stages – from fully occupied to under construction. Registration is free of charge .
Te Ika-a-Māui – North Island
The Bub House
Passive House Classic (In Construction)
Come and see the Bub House – A 120sqm home for a family of 4
Passive House Consultant: Simone Bub; Architect: Bub Architects; Builder: Ross Residential; Certifier: Jason Quinn
Where: 17 B Oswald Street, Gisborne, 4010
When: Friday 26th 2pm – 4pm, Saturday 27th 2pm – 4pm
Booking required: Yes. email simone@bub-architects.co.nz
Visitor notes: Please not that this project is in the process of getting completed so appropriate shoes are required.
Sustain Studio – Tahi
Passive House Plus (In Construction)
Passive House Consultant: David Bowden; Architect: Joe Lyth; Builder: Buildtech Homes; Certifier: Sustainable Engineering; Engineer: KGW Engineering; Quantity Surveyor: David Bowden
Where: 8 Te La Terrace, Cambridge, Waipa, 3434
When: Saturday 27th 1pm – 3pm
Booking required: No
Visitor notes: Covered shoes – access is limited, multiple stairs/ladders
Whāriki
Passive House Plus (In Construction)
Passive House Consultant: Energy Architecture NZ Ltd; Architect: Energy Architecture NZ Ltd; Builder: Wilson’s Commercial; Certifier: Sustainable Engineering; Engineer: Sullivan Consulting
Where: Wellington. TBC upon booking
When: Saturday 27th 12pm – 2:30pm
Booking required: Yes. Email Guy Shaw on guy@energyarchitecture.nz
Visitor notes: We will run guided tours on the day so will be doing a number of time slots within the 2.5 hours noted
Martins Farmhouse
Passive House Classic
This award-winning home was completed in 2023 and was New Zealand’s second Passive House to be constructed using strawbales. It also makes use of the light earth method and natural clay plasters serve as the airtight layer. The combination of natural materials and rigorous building science produced a deeply welcoming home that is warm, quiet and peaceful. The brief called for a home nestled in its rural landscape, highly durable and modest in size. Martins Farmhouse is an excellent example of biophilic design: a building which is integrated into the natural world and which is experienced with all the human senses. The owner is a Passive House communicator and advocate who has written and edited many publications in this field. Building industry professionals—engineers, builders, designers, quantity surveyors etc—who are interested in exploring the benefits of the Passive House standard are especially welcomed.
Passive House Consultant: Guy Shaw, Energy Architecture NZ Ltd; Architect: Guy Shaw, Energy Architecture NZ Ltd; Builder: David Brown/ Pat Mawson; Certifier: Toby Brookes, Sustainable Engineering; Engineer: eZed Ltd
Where: Fordell, Manawatū-Whanganu – address TBC upon booking
When: Saturday 27th 1pm – 5pm; Sunday, 28th 9:30am – 12:30pm
Booking required: Yes. Email Rachel martinsfarmhouse@fastmail.com
Visitor notes: Booking in advance essential due to access. Visitors and their vehicles must be confident and capable of navigating a short stretch of narrow, metalled country road.
Te Waipounamu – South Island
Bushland Place Rata
Passive House Plus (Complete)
Passive House Consultant: Karen Manson; Architect: Meta Architects; Builder: Ethos Homes; Certifier: Sustainable Engineering
Where: 8 Bushland Place, Westmorland, Christchurch, Canterbury 8025
When: Friday, 26th June 11am – 2pm
Booking required: No
Visitor notes: Please remove shoes at front door, thanks.
Database listing: https://passivehouse-database.org/index.php?lang=en#d_6923
Norris Strawbale Passive House
Passive House Plus (Complete)
This stunning home was just featured on Grand Designs NZ! Come and see this fascinating project for your self!
Passive House Consultant: Elizabeth Guthrey: Elizabeth Guthrey and Delia Bellaby; Builder: Everett Norris; Certifier: Sustainable Engineering; Engineer: Paul Jaquin, eZed Ltd; Quantity Surveyor: Elliott Sinclair Engineering
Where: 1 Great Gables Lane, Huntsbury Christchurch, Canterbury, 8022
When: Saturday, 27th June 10am – 4pm
Booking required: Yes. Please email Elizabeth – elizabethguthrey@gmail.com
Visitor notes: Shoes off inside. Access from Major Aitken Drive
Database listing: https://passivehouse-database.org/index.php?lang=en#d_8114
Meadowstone House
Passive House Classic (Complete)
Located in Wanaka, the Meadowstone Passive House is a certified passive house, designed in collaboration with Hiberna Architects. It features advanced energy-efficient systems, including high-quality insulation by Terra Lana and airtight solutions from Pro Clima. This design ensures consistent indoor temperatures year-round with minimal heating or cooling requirements. With interiors curated by Instinct Interiors, the home balances functionality and comfort.
Visit the Meadowstone home to see and experience certified passive house design in person.
Passive House Consultant: Jessica Eyers; Architect: Hiberna; Builder: MA Building (Otago); Quantity Surveyor: Qube; Engineering Consultant: eZED Engineering
Where: 33 Kelliher Drive, Wanaka, 9305
When: Friday, 26th June 10am – 2pm; Saturday, 27th June 10am – 2pm
Booking required: Yes. Book here
Visitor notes: Please remove shoes before entering.
Database listing: https://passivehouse.nz/directory-projects/listing/meadowstone-house
