InsulationInsulation is essential in NZ’s houses. Many houses built prior to 1978 will have zero or very little insulation. As of July 2019,...
Passive solar designThere’s nothing new here – just good, sensible design which is most effective when considered building new – at little to no additional...
Designing greenNZ has committed to being carbon neutral by 2050. This is in line with an international effort under the Paris Agreement to limit the...
Selecting a claddingNatural, attractive, versatile, renewable! Timber comes in a lot of species, profile and finishing options, meaning it’s an incredibly...
What good is an architect?What does an architect do? A question often asked! Architects are specially qualified to help bring design visions to reality through...
Upgrade your home sustainablyThe best way to build sustainably is to not build at all! I’m not trying to argue my way out of a job here, but Renovation, Repair and...