BUILDING PERFORMANCE

High Performance Homes in New Zealand: Passive-Level Performance Without the Certification More New Zealanders are choosing to build smarter, healthier homes. High performance homes offer a way to achieve Passive House-level…

In a significant step towards enhancing building sustainability and comfort, New Zealand's building code has been updated to require all new homes to have thermally broken joinery.

In the quest for sustainability and energy efficiency, the design and construction of passive homes have gained significant momentum. At the heart of these innovative homes lies a key feature: the Heat Recovery Ventilation (HRV) system.…

In the realm of modern construction, innovation is the cornerstone of progress. As New Zealand continues to evolve, so too does the way we build our homes. One such innovation that has been gaining momentum is the use of Structural…

Buildings are more than just structures; they are spaces where we live, work, and create memories. However, over time, buildings can face various challenges that, if left unaddressed, can lead to significant damage and costly repairs.

Cavity construction was introduced with the change in the Building Code in 2004.  Two of the 4 Ds are covered with these Pressure Balanced Cavity Systems, that is ‘Drainage’ and ‘Drying’. The idea with a Pressure Balanced Cavity System…

Performance has always been the north star for the team at Creative Space Architecture. It could be getting the most energy efficiency from a new build, alteration or ensuring bullet-proof and robust weathertightness in a multi-level…

We are thrilled to announce that Creative Space Architecture has achieved Silver Membership status with the esteemed Passive House Institute New Zealand (PHINZ). This recognition reflects our commitment to sustainable design practices…

Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) are very large format polystyrene blocks with a hollow core in which concrete is poured to form the wall structure. The polystyrene walls of the blocks then provide an additional barrier system which adds…

When investing large sums of money into your future by way of building new or renovating, the biggest opportunity to create more value than you are spending is through good design. We know that ‘great design creates great value’ and…

Ask any builder, designer or building inspector, and they will all confirm that keeping your home well maintained is the best way you can prevent leaky home issues.  While we are all doing everything we can in the industry to prevent…