Benjy Simmons, from window system supplier STÄRKE, explores ways to comply with the new H1 standards in the Building Code and explains why windows are the most powerful lever to use.
All in Energy Efficiency
Building changes for a healthier New Zealand
Building legislation changes to improve insulation standards are now in force. Damien McGill from the Healthy Home Cooperation explores the H1 Energy Efficiency changes and how they will impact your next project.
Free Seminar – 05 April
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Healthy homes within reach
Healthy home construction was once considered an expensive alternative. Health Based Building and Murchison Homes have combined to bring high performance, affordable healthy homes into the mainstream.
Naturally healthy heating
With efficient, natural warmth that’s easy on the eye and the environment, Herschel sheds some light on the benefits of low-carbon, sustainable far-infrared heating.
Style and performance
Large oversized glazing continues to feature strongly in new high-end homes. But it's not just views that count, as building code compliance changes drive rising expectations on performance.
A healthy home for Christmas
From sharing his knowledge on building components and systems, Damien McGill from the Healthy Home Cooperation now shines a light on an expert business that follows these principles to create a healthy home.
Renewable energy
There’s no denying that electricity is essential, but powering your home from the grid is not the only option. Infinite Energy shows us how to create gains for the planet and the pocket.
Life in the landscape
This outstanding Wakatipu Basin home from Team Green Architects is embedded into the hillside taking in sweeping 360-degree views, with Passive House principles guiding a sustainable lifestyle.
A feast for the eyes
Filled with brilliant design ideas and built to last, this show home from Hallmark Homes demonstrates how useful it is to see, rather than just imagine, when building a home.
Warmer windows await
Damien McGill of the Healthy Home Cooperation explains upcoming changes to the requirements for windows that will help make your new home more comfortable, healthier and energy efficient.
The window to our future
Damien McGill from the Healthy Home Cooperation explains how we can help to reduce the effects of climate change and create a more energy-efficient home simply by replacing our windows.
How to be more sustainable in our homes
Katy Husband from Feather and Oak shines a light on soft furnishings, furniture and décor that MINIMISE environmental impacts, reuse industry by-products and recycle materials.
Heating upwards
Imagine living in a warm toasty home with heating that you don’t see or hear. It’s just there, pleasantly warm. Damien McGill from the Healthy Home Cooperation tells us how.
Warmth from head to toe
In the cooler weather, wearing socks is a quick fix for cold feet, but Damien McGill from the Healthy Home Cooperation delves deeper and considers how to warm our feet from the ground up.
Natural, sustainable heat
As the cooler weather approaches, so does the need to turn up the heat. Heatstore tells us about the benefits of choosing a real fire to heat your home this winter.
Whatever the weather
Heating, cooling and ventilation are all key features required to create your cosy, safe and healthy home. Mico keeps things simple by showing us all the options.
Feeling fire
A home essential for the coming winter season is beautiful warmth. Simply Heat and Escea share their latest tips on choosing the right fireplace for your home or renovation.
How to beat the summer heat
Damien McGill from the Healthy Home Cooperation looks at ways to prevent our homes from getting too hot this summer.
A new outlook
The options for updating existing windows and the variety of joinery and glazing available for new homes can be daunting. Martin Ball from NK Windows tells us about the emerging trends for the year ahead.