The Carmi Home Project is a 5,422 sq. ft. mountain-top residence in Penticton, British Columbia. The project used 11,352 sq. ft. of Amvic™ ICF across the home, rear patio, pool, garage, and exterior perimeter wall, with 10,000 cubic feet of rock blasted to create the build pad on the side of the mountain. The home includes solar panels, 24 feet of nano doors, an EnerGuide rating of 47 GJ/year, and was named the 2024 ICF Builder Awards large residential and people’s choice winner.
Q&A
Q. What was the major benefit of using Amvic™ ICF over traditional construction methods?
A. ICF has been used in every way possible to provide great energy efficiency and air tightness. Floor and ceiling R Values in this home are 32 & 48 respectively. The home has been tested for Energy Efficiency. The Energuide rating of 47 GJ/year.
Contractor/Owner Quote
“The Builder has been using Amvic Block exclusively for the past 6 years And discussed and educated the homeowner. The Builders’ belief is building with ICF is the best for Energy Efficiency.”Jason Stutzke, Contractor
Alleguard Advantage
- Rigid continuous insulation
- Speed and ease of installation
- Energy-efficient and sustainable
- Lightweight, durable, and easy to handle
- Innovative insulation solutions
Project Overview
- Project Name
- Carmi Home Project
- Project Type
- Large Residential
- Location
- 2258 Carmi Rd., Penticton BC
- Size
- 5,422 sq. ft.
- Floors
- 1 storey
- Installer
- Okanagan Extreme Home Builder
- Product(s) Used
- Amvic ICF