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Nikolai Hentzschel, General Manager at Solutionair, has seen it time and time again. A homeowner is buoyant at handover. The house is brand new, double-glazed, meticulously insulated, compliant with every modern standard. Six months later, the call comes in. Condensation running down the inside of the windows. Curtains damp to the touch. A faint, stubborn smell that won’t quite go away.

As rainfall intensifies and homeowners and developers look to make the most of space available, it’s time to rethink hard surfaces. Permcon permeable concrete offers a way to reduce runoff, lower carbon impact and unlock more usable outdoor space.

A single heat pump in the living room is no longer sufficient in New Zealand homes. The conversation is changing and Mitsubishi Electric has introduced The Power of 3, an integrated solution that delivers heating, cooling and fresh air throughout the entire home.