We believe zero energy innovation to be the application of better ideas and solutions to meet or exceed existing and future social, economical and ecological needs of society and our planet. The pathway to Zero energy living and carbon free developments is accomplished through more effective and innovative proprietary and partner products, design and engineering processes and applied zero energy technologies. Niche Developments is a leader in affordable and practical geothermal technologies. Western Canada has ample source of usable ground-heat to heat your home all winter, and cool enough ground to use as a source of air conditioning in the summer. Niche uses solar energy for as much energy creation as possible. This includes hot water generation & power generation. Each project will be designed to suit site conditions and design constraints. Concrete & Steel construction is the future of zero energy developments. Concrete & Steel combined with contemporary insulating techniques, advanced air/moisture barriers, and energy efficient window & doors creates the best building envelope possible. Precast panels are only used within ranges of exterior and interior walls. Compressed in concrete and stone, creating a solid but maneuverable wall or face. As leaders in structural design, Niche Developments in partnership with our structural engineer develop proprietary structural systems utilizing readily available local components. Our buildings are designed for high quality concrete floor systems, which allow for low sound transmission, are noncombustible and mold resistant. Our ventilation is achieved with advanced mechanical HVAC systems working in combination with geothermal heat pumps, to ensure all residents have a constant source of fresh air, free of allergens and regulating temperature-controlled suites.
