Mechanical Ventilation and Air Conditioning, what is the difference As we experience warmer summers and cold winters, we turn to regulate the ...
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There has been much talk and reaction to the changes to H1 Energy Efficiency, and then there has been push back from Industry. Some say the industry i...
“Improving insulation has endless benefits. It’s a simple, popular way to cut carbon pollution by reducing the amount of energy needed to ...
12 Years today, I graduated with my Bachelor of Architectural Studies. It’s a celebration moment. So often I look at what I have yet to do or do...
Ventilation is something that Covid has made us all more aware of. Traditionally in our New Zealand Architecture we have relied on opening our windows...
There has been some discussion in the Architectural Design industry about Thermal bridging and how it affects a buildings thermal performance. Using d...
Passive house considers the performance of a house against the amount of energy that is needed to create a comfortable healthy home. Reducing heat los...
What is a sustainable building? There are many definitions for this, it’s an open concept with a varied response. My definition is, it&rsq...
I am excited to be starting the first phase of the Passive Haus Course. It's been a busy start to what is hopefully a good year. I am constantl...
It’s a nice little celebration moment for me at the end of a challenging year. I recently completed the Homestar Designers course with the NZGBC...
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