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Sustainable Habitat Challenge

1 February 2010, Build 116, Feature article

The Sustainable Habitat Challenge (SHAC) set out to prove that sustainable living is practical today. Organised by Otago Polytechnic, it challenged tertiary/professional teams to ‘collaborate to develop innovative housing that is simple, affordable, efficient, adaptable and desirable’.

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Thermal imaging – handle with care

By Greg Overton 1 February 2010, Build 116, Feature article

Thermal (or infrared) cameras are becoming more and more affordable, and their use in building surveys is becoming widespread to identify problems and areas for improvement. However, understanding the results involves more than just looking at pretty pictures.

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Homeowners prioritise comfort over cost

By Lois Easton 1 February 2010, Build 116, Feature article

Twelve months into a 22-month study, the Homesmart Renovation project has provided homeowners with a tailor-made plan for upgrading their homes’ sustainability performance and gathered feedback on what drives owners to retrofit.

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Retrofitting a home sprinkler system

By James Firestone 1 February 2010, Build 116, Feature article

Sprinkler systems are proven to control fires and minimise damage. Developments in technology mean that home sprinkler systems can be a viable addition to homes of all ages, as this example of a system designed for an 1891 villa demonstrates.

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Water heating options

By Albrecht Stoecklein 1 February 2010, Build 116, Feature article

Often hot water cyclinders are replaced in a rush with little thought to different options. Renovations provide the opportunity to consider the alternatives and potentially significantly cut energy consumption.

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