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Energy efficiency

Residential Architecture · Joanna SetonBuilt to last: How Urbanfunction is designing beyond the trend cycle

Ideas & Perspectives · Joanna SetonToo hot to handle: Designing overheating out of the modern home

Building & Renovating · Cassie McKenzieThe hidden design decisions behind high-performing underfloor heating systems

Ideas & Perspectives · Joanna SetonLong-term energy savings: how good design pays your power bill

Building & Renovating · Cassie McKenzieEthos Woodfires: Wood burning reimagined for modern architecture

Building & Renovating · Cassie McKenzieHow infrared heating creates healthier, more comfortable homes

Building & Renovating · Cassie McKenzie‘The Power of 3’: A smarter approach to whole-home comfort

Interiors · Joanna SetonRefined design on tap at Mountain View Retreat

Ideas & Perspectives · Casey ArdenReframing solar as an architectural asset

Residential Architecture · Joanna SetonDesigning for breathability in high-end homes

Building & Renovating

Designing for the next generation of hot water in commercial design

Long considered a behind-the-scenes service, commercial hot water infrastructure can be a key player in operational efficiency and carbon reduction strategies. For specifiers, this shift is prompting a closer look at the refrigerants powering modern heat pump systems, and increasingly, one option is gaining attention: R290.

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Ideas & Perspectives · Megan HurnardDesigning Smarter Homes: Why Energy Intelligence Starts on the Drawing Board

Building & Renovating · Cassie McKenzieYear-round entertaining: Your guide to outdoor heating

Building & Renovating · Casey ArdenDiscover the long-awaited new systems transforming underfloor heating and split-system cooling in NZ

Building & Renovating · Cassie McKenzieThe designer’s guide to heat recovery ventilation: the secret to invisible comfort

Materials & Craft · Cassie McKenzieThe smart heating choice for sustainable architecture

Building & Renovating · Casey ArdenComparing vacuum elevators to traditional lifts: which is best for your NZ home or project?

Building & Renovating · Yohei GuyUncovering the long-term impact of high-quality insulation in New Zealand

Building & Renovating · Amber SucklingTransitioning to energy-efficient heating is easier than ever thanks to Stiebel Eltron

Residential Architecture · Yohei GuyBeyond the grid, within paradise — Exploring the energy-efficient intent of a Pākiri home with Gen Less

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Building & Renovating

Tailored warmth: the benefits of bespoke hydronic heating design

We take a deep dive into the benefits of bespoke hydronic heating with Sean Stephens, Founder of Warm NZ, and discuss how a recent partnership with Hunt Heating will unleash new possibilities for residential and commercial projects in New Zealand.

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Commercial Architecture · Cassie McKenzieA modern blend of energy efficiency and architectural excellence

Residential Architecture · Annabelle TauruaBig Ideas in Small Spaces: Kāhu Cottage and the Topcat Way

Materials & Craft · Amber SucklingEntertain all night long with these outdoor lighting tips from the experts

Designing successful schools: how architectural materials can be used to create positive learning environments

Building & Renovating · Amber SucklingDesigning successful schools: how architectural materials can be used to create positive learning environments

Building & Renovating · David BuggMaximising comfort: choosing the right size heat pump for your home

Building & Renovating · David BuggElectric or water underfloor heating? A comparison of comfort and efficiency

Building & Renovating · David BuggThe true cost of buying and installing a heat pump in New Zealand

Building & Renovating · David BuggA deep dive into split system heat pumps: How they can enhance your home’s climate

Interiors · David BuggFlame vs. electromagnetism: Comparing induction and gas cooktops in 2024

Interiors · David BuggMust-have appliances to furnish a modern kitchen in New Zealand

Building & Renovating

What to know: the benefits of combining ducted central heating and cooling with ventilation

Maximise comfort and energy efficiency by combining a ducted central heating system with fresh air heat recovery ventilation.

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Building & Renovating · Joanna SetonTop garage door trends for 2024: styles, materials, and technology

Interiors · Annabelle TauruaHow to illuminate your artwork with architectural lighting

Materials & Craft · Casey Arden6 tapware trends: what’s new and what’s here to stay

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