YOUR PATH TO PASSIVHAUS EXCELLENCE
Design the Future.
Lead Sustainable Change.
Access your Free Passivhaus Designer Starter Kit — five short CPD courses that open the door to high-performance design.
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Join 30,000+ design professionals transforming the industry with Passivhaus,
the world’s most trusted energy efficiency standard,
proven for over 35 years.
What You’ll Get
What’s Inside the Designer Starter Kit
Your access includes five short CPD courses,
your introduction to the world’s most rigorous building standard.
What Is Passivhaus Design?
Understand the science behind comfort and performanceBenefits of Living in a Passivhaus
Experience design that truly feels different.Benefits of Passivhaus Design
Discover why net-zero isn’t enough.Certification Course Preview
See what becoming a Certified Passivhaus Designer involves.
Readiness Quiz
Test your knowledge and find your best next step.
All on demand. All free. Instant access anywhere in the world.
Net-zero sounds good,
until you realise even a tent with a solar panel can be net-zero.
Passivhaus design goes far beyond energy accounting.
It delivers predictable comfort,
verified performance, and
global recognition.
Why Passivhaus Design Matters
Because “Net-Zero” Isn’t the Finish Line
You’ll learn how to design buildings that:
Maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round.
Slash energy use by up to 90%.
Eliminate mould and drafts completely.
Are backed by measurable data, not marketing claims.
Who It’s For
Built for Architects. Open to All Visionaries.
This Starter Kit was designed for architects and designers who want to master sustainable design, but it’s open to anyone ready to rethink how we build.
Whether you’re an engineer, consultant, or passionate builder, these short CPD courses will show you how performance and design excellence can live in harmony.
Join the Global Community
You’re Not Alone in Changing the Industry.
Join thousands of professionals worldwide already learning, sharing, and designing better buildings through Passivhaus HUB.
Inside your free kit, you’ll access our global community, a space where architects exchange ideas, find inspiration, and get direct feedback from experts.
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Access five CPD courses for free — no credit card, no catch. Just world-class knowledge and a global community of professionals ready to welcome you.
Learn. Connect. Design the future.
FAQ
Questions, Answered.
What is Passivhaus Design?
Passivhaus is the world’s leading standard for energy-efficient, comfortable, and resilient buildings. It’s the solid foundation beneath modern high-performance architecture—from low-energy and zero-energy homes to buildings that produce more energy than they consume (plus-energy).
Passivhaus ensures your designs aren't just efficient—they’re future-proof. By using scientifically verified building physics (not guesswork), your buildings stay warm in winter, cool in summer, and remain durable enough to stand proudly for generations. Because your best work deserves to last a lifetime.
Who is this Starter Kit for?
It's for architects, building designers, engineers, draftspeople, consultants, builders, sales professionals, policymakers, real estate agents, owner-builders—and frankly, anyone who cares about creating better, healthier, and more sustainable buildings. If you're interested, you're warmly invited.
Is it really free?
Yes, it’s completely free—no hidden costs or commitments. You might wonder, "What's the catch?"
There isn’t one. We simply believe that every design professional deserves free access to the essential basics of Passivhaus. Plus, we genuinely want to show you who we are and how we can support your journey. That way, if and when you're ready to become a certified Passivhaus Designer, you’ll confidently choose us as your trusted mentors.
How long will it take?
Each course is concise, practical, and available on-demand. You can comfortably complete the entire kit in about six hours and earn 3 CPD points towards your professional development.
What happens after I finish?
This Starter Kit is just your first step into the world of Passivhaus.
After completing it, you'll retain ongoing access to our vibrant global community of Passivhaus designers and mentors—because you're never alone on this journey.
If you're inspired to continue (and most are!), you can seamlessly progress with our popular Designer Series CPD Courses (from AU $47). For those eager to dive deeper, we have the Passivhaus 101 for Designers (from AU $500), your perfect preparation for certification. And if you're completely hooked (we have a feeling you will be), jump right into the full Certified Passivhaus Designer Course Package (from AU $5,000), and become a recognised leader in high-performance architecture.
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The world doesn’t just need more buildings, it needs better ones.
Access your Free Passivhaus Designer Starter Kit today and join the global community shaping the future of architecture.
Learn. Connect. Design the future.