NEWS & ADVICE
Waste not want not
We often hear about green building practices but not so much about the journey undertaken by surplus construction materials. Did you know that Green Homes New Zealand selected their waste management providers based on their [...]
Combating Home Allergens
Combating Home Allergens - it’s nothing to sneeze at Spring is in the air - allergy sufferers beware! What can you do in your home to get away from the misery close to the hearts [...]
The Next Steps for Sustainable Home Design
Figures from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment revealed a shortage of homes last year, estimating that New Zealand needs 71,000 more houses. When the government are thinking about construction plans, there are many good reasons [...]
All in the floorplan
Flawed plan or a plan that floors you? Looking at building in the near future? Choosing the right floor plan is vital to prevent ending up in a discombobulated dwelling! Here’s some areas to [...]
Smart and Easy Tips for Achieving a Green Kitchen
As one of the most important areas in your home, your kitchen should be a healthy place that inspires you to adopt a greener lifestyle. By introducing some effective green changes into your kitchen, [...]
Goodbye Rental, Hello First Home!
“Green Homes’ strengths were listening to our needs and accommodating our budget, they also provided clear and regular communication about the build progression and have friendly staff”. Febi IssacFebi, Jimmy and young daughter Sharon moved [...]
Home Design Tips
Are your new home aesthetics cutting it? Interior and home design tips and principles for your eco-friendly, energy-efficient home You’re moving in to your new green home soon but how do you achieve that showhome [...]
5 Reasons to Build Green
Building a new home? Going green is a no-brainer when you consider the many well-researched benefits it brings. Reduced Costs By providing more energy-efficient insulation, water heaters, lighting and appliances, a green home typically [...]
Mum & Dad Bank – would you do business with them?
How fond of you are your parents really? Perhaps lending you money for your first home would be the ultimate test! Estimated to be one of the most popular lenders of mortgages for first time [...]
Green Homes NZ Wins Show Home Award
Green Homes New Zealand (Christchurch) was delighted to win an accolade at the Registered Master Builders 2018, House of the Year GIB Show Home Awards at the Wigram Events Centre on July the 27th. This [...]