By Tony Conder
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1 October 2009, Build 114
The choice of downlight fittings cannot be left to the owner, particularly in wet areas or those that form part of the thermal envelope. The type of downlight must be specified when a building consent is applied for.
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By Alide Elkink
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1 February 2016, Build 152
Whether at home or out in public, visually impaired people have specific accessibility requirements that are different to those with physical disabilities. Thoughtful design and new technology can help.
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By Bruce Sedcole
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1 June 2021, Build 184
Following recent enquiries, it is timely to consider the Building Code requirements for natural light. As the density of our housing increases, we may need to look to other options, such as skylights, to provide natural light and a connection with outside.
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By Stephen Sargent
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1 October 2006, Build 96
Manufacturers, suppliers, designers, electricians and insulation installers should all know how to maintain the thermal envelope around downlights. Do you?
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By Dr Michael Donn
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1 December 2012, Build 133
Daylighting design has come a long way in the last 20 years, but the designer needs to understand how to use sky and climate modelling data to deliver optimum lighting in a 21st century office space.
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