Mikhael Horvath

When it comes to energy efficiency, most designers and builders understand the importance of insulation values and airtightness. But there’s another critical factor—often overlooked—that can dramatically impact real-world performance: thermal bridging. Why Thermal Bridging Matters Thermal bridges are areas where heat flows more easily through the building envelope—predominantly at junctions like where walls meet roofs, […]

When building energy-efficient, code-compliant, and high-performance buildings in British Columbia or Alberta, your energy consultant can make—or break—the project. Whether you’re an architect designing for Step Code or a builder trying to avoid costly rework, you need more than just a checkbox energy model. You need a partner who knows how to get it done right—and

For architects, the design process is all about precision — creating spaces that are not only functional and beautiful but also high-performing. Today, performance modeling tools make it possible to predict how a building should behave in terms of energy efficiency, comfort, and indoor air quality. But as any experienced architect knows, what’s modeled on

In today’s evolving energy landscape, enhancing the energy efficiency of social housing is paramount. Recognizing this, BC Hydro and FortisBC have introduced the Social Housing Retrofit Support Program (SHRSP), a comprehensive initiative designed to assist social housing providers in reducing energy consumption, lowering operational costs, and improving tenant comfort. At Enforma, we specialize in delivering

In today’s evolving energy landscape, improving the efficiency of multi-unit residential buildings (MURBs) is more critical than ever. Rising energy costs, stricter environmental regulations, and increasing demand for sustainable living solutions make energy audits a must-have service for property owners and managers. At Enforma, we specialize in providing comprehensive energy audit services that align perfectly

The new (2023) Alberta Building Code will come into effect on May 1, 2024​​ and with it comes implementation of the 2020 National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings.  Here’s a high level overview of important and notable updates.: Building Envelope  The prescriptive requirements for opaque envelope assemblies haven’t moved much; however, the shift to

British Columbia (BC) has once again demonstrated its leadership in sustainable building practices with the latest update to the British Columbia Building Code (BCBC). This comprehensive revision, effective from early 2024, underscores the province’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, enhancing energy efficiency, and paving the way for a greener future. The spotlight on energy