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Small cost to be green

By Rohan Bush 1 December 2013, Build 139, Feature article

Recent local research supports international findings that building green doesn’t necessarily cost more. Industry perceptions, however, still overestimate the real cost difference.

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Homes that go further

By Lois Easton 1 December 2013, Build 139, Feature article

A new building system is looking to go well beyond the Building Code. It promises quick and accurate off-site construction together with warm, healthy, energy-efficient living and lower running costs for homeowners.

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Aim higher than Code

By Eion Scott 1 December 2013, Build 139, Feature article

Our homes should perform better than they do. It’s up to the industry to educate people about why homes shouldn’t just meet Building Code minimums but instead be designed and sited for optimum performance.

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Choices that matter

By Trevor Pringle 1 December 2013, Build 139, Feature article

While the Building Code delivers a workable building, aiming for optimum performance might cost a little more upfront, but it will pay off over the life of the building.

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