Co.LAB Hangout in Nova Scotia
This Nova Scotia home brings the Hereabout Co.LAB Hangout plan to life in a coastal climate with a tight construction window and ambitious performance goals. Manufactured through B.PUBLIC’s decentralized production partnership, the panelized shell was erected in October and weathered in quickly during a race against the onset of winter. The two-story home balances a simple gabled form with generous interior volume, including four bedrooms, a lofted flex space, and radiant floor heating throughout. Continuous ventilation via an ERV supports indoor air quality, while high-performance windows by Innotech anchor the envelope strategy. Drone footage and a full flyover document the speed, precision, and coordination required to deliver a high-performance home under real-world conditions.
Project Details:
Specs: 4 Bed • 2.5 Bath • 1 Flex Space (Loft) • Approx. 2,620 sqft (2 floors)
Location: Nova Scotia, Canada
Designer: Holly Mumford of HereAbout Homes
(part of our Co.LAB Program)
Builder: Anthony Tolbloom
B.PUBLIC Panels: R52 Ultimate Wall; R59 Roof
Panel Installer(s): install assist from regional production
partner
Windows: Innotech Windows & Doors
Ventilation: High performance ERV
Site Features: Radiant floor heating throughout
Behind the Build:
Check back here to learn more about this project behind-the-scenes as it progresses:
📄 Interview: Read our interview with designer, Holly Mumford, of HereAbout Homes.
🎥 Video: Check out the video above for a beautiful flyover of the site just as the final panels are being set into place.
