NEWS & ADVICE
Building on a Corner vs a Standard Section
So what’s better - a standard or corner site? We’ve heard through the grapevine that there’s a perception in the market to keep clear of corner sections - phobia or fiction? We’ve laid out the [...]
Ventilation
Avoiding the ‘c’ word Optimising ventilation is for all seasons. In these unbearably muggy climes we want fresh, cooler air to circulate in our homes and of course in winter we want to be [...]
Green Up Your New Eco-Friendly Home With These Add-Ons
Did you build new on a tight budget and now want to upspec? Want make your new home more environmentally sound? New Zealanders are making exciting environmental changes in the way they choose to run [...]
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 [...]