The St-Michel Retrofit adopts an innovative prefabricated approach inspired by the Energiesprong concept. Still in its early stages in Canada, this method enables fast and efficient retrofitting with minimal interior disruption, aligning with the owners’ goal to move in quickly.

This wartime home, untouched by prior renovations, will be transformed into a high-performance, sustainable living space targeting Net Zero Ready certification. By combining efficiency, sustainability, and innovation, the project demonstrates how even modest structures can become future-ready homes.