How do you make a healthy, comfortable home that's sustainable and cost effective? A 'green' home is the foundation of living a green lifestyle. Join me as I interview leading architects from around the world and discuss the how, why and who of eco homes and sustainable design. From simple energy saving tips to insulation upgrades, kitchen remodelling, solar power and insulating concrete slabs. #Feedback to matthew@homestylegreen.com
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We got the band back together! I caught up with Sharon Robinson and Glenn Harley to discuss some topical housing issues, including; - The legacy of Minister Chris Penk - "The right houses, in the right place", according to Minister Chris Bishop - H1 and timber fraction in walls Links: - Sharon's new book, "Babe! Let's build a house", https://www.smartlivingspaces.nz/book - Community Housing…
Passive House Institute New Zealand has just wrapped up its two-day conference in Auckland, with the theme of 'Passive House is a team sport'. Among the speakers was Tom Webster, registered Architect and host of Grand Designs New Zealand. I caught up with Tom and current PHINZ Chair Joe Lyth at the end of day 1.
Welcome to the first episode of Build Aotearoa for 2026. Coming up this year, the NZGBC will be celebrating 20 years of advocating for better buildings in New Zealand. The update of the update of H1 is bedding in, but many builders are turning their attention to roof condensation and overheating. And the market seems to be in a prolonged period of 'cautious optimism'.
In this episode, I continue my coverage of the THRIVE 25 Conference with a series of interviews from the trade show floor. I spoke with leading suppliers whose products and innovations are helping shape the future of Passive House construction in Australasia. From high-performance windows to advanced ventilation systems, each guest shares their unique contribution to better building.…
I chatted with the wide range of exhibitors at the 2025 Australian Passivhaus Conference, THRIVE 25 in Melbourne. This year saw a growing contingent of panel suppliers along with a variety of window manufacturers, membrane suppliers and more. Special thanks to Environtecture and the Australian Passivhaus Association for supporting the Passive House Accelerator to be there and bring you these…
The government is seeking consultation on insulation standards. Again. Jason Quinn has waded through the details and provided a handy summary . Check it out, and get your submission in by 28 February 2025.
The government has released New Zealand's second emission reduction plan and it does mention building and construction. Elrond Burrell shared his thoughts. View the ERP 2 at https://environment.govt.nz/publications/second-emissions-reduction-plan-at-a-glance/ Follow Elrond on LinkedIn and read his review of ERP at…
I'm joined again by Sharon Robinson and Glenn Harley for a chat about the possibility of builder self-certification and MBIE's updated weather files.
Wao Summit 2024 is happening next week, 29th October - 2nd November. Speakers include John Bell, Monique Kelly, Dr. Jim Salinger, Alec Tang, Jane Lloyd, Dr. Greg Bodeker, Sam Gibson, Paul Spoonley and more! Tickets and information https://www.wao.co.nz/summit2024
