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Best sustainable projects of 2026 honored at Phius Passive Projects Design Competition
Phius has unveiled the winners of its 2026 Passive Projects Design Competition. The nonprofit describes the awards as recognizing “leading examples of Phius Certified passive buildings from across the world.”
Entries were evaluated based on performance as related to the Phius Certified standard, difficulty level and climate/site challenges, cost-effectiveness, design, craftsmanship, and health, including the use of non-toxic materials.
“This year’s winning projects reflect the evolution of passive building from an idea to an ecosystem, with designers and developers applying high-performance strategies to increasingly large and complex buildings,” Phius said. “From affordable and multifamily housing to senior living, commercial facilities and industrial spaces, this year’s winners demonstrate that passive building can be applied at scale while supporting energy efficiency, occupant health, resilience and long-term affordability.”
The winning schemes are as follows:
Best Overall Project
The Faircliff in Washington, D.C. by Eric Colbert & Associates
