Archetech Issue 39 2018 | Page 40

Photography: Ganidu Balasuriya and Jordan Parnass Digital Architecture JPDA MAKES HISTORY WITH CERTIFICATION OF FIRST PASSIVE HOUSE BUILDING IN SOUTH ASIA JORDAN PARNASS DIGITAL ARCHITECTURE The pioneering Passive House retrofit of a factory building in Sri Lanka creates a green economic catalyst and model for future sweatshop-free commercial buildings. Jordan Parnass Digital Architecture (JPDA) has completed the first Certified Passive House project in South Asia, proving that ultra-high-performance efficiency standards are achievable for buildings in any climate. The Star Innovation Center is a product development facility located near Colombo, Sri Lanka.