The Standard That Is Redefining Home Construction in Australia In 2026, the conversation around home building has shifted. Homeowners across the Blue Mountains and Western Sydney are no longer just asking about finishes and floorplans. They are asking about performance, comfort and long term sustainability. This is...
Meet Damir Jurkovic, Owner and Managing Director of Split Building Custom Home Builder & Certified Passive House Builder in the Blue Mountains and Western Sydney. Damir Jurkovic is the Founder and Managing Director of Split Building Pty Ltd, an award winning custom home builder based in Faulconbridge...
Energy efficient homes in the Blue Mountains use less energy and reduce the carbon footprint which means lower power bills. If you design an energy efficient home look at these features in your home: 1. Insulation: High ceiling insulation such as R4 is essential to keep...
There were some high level speakers at the Passivhaus conference in Sydney on 4 & 5 May 2023. Passivhaus buildings use 80-90% less energy. Introba and the Victorian government are working together to improve the Australian Building standards to meet world climate needs to make a...
Biophilic Design for a Healthy House: Bringing nature into the space for better health The biophilic design philosophy is derived from an inherent need for humans to connect with nature in order to stay in physical and mental balance. Housing is recognised as an important determinant...
Background and Benefits of a Passive House Passivhaus buildings consume 90% less heating and cooling energy than conventional buildings. The average temperature inside a home is more constant than a conventional home. The indoor temperature range will generally around 20-25 degrees year round. Often on hot 40 degree...
The Ultimate Guide to a Sustainable House explores the latest trends and techniques for sustainable homes that are energy efficient, minimise its impact on the environment, reduce energy consumption, and improve the health and well being of its occupants. Covering passive solar design, green building materials,...
More energy efficient homes in the Blue Mountains & Western Sydney may soon be here 🕺💃. The more energy efficient your home is, the less you need to turn your heater on in winter or air con in summer. That means lower power bills and big savings...
Building your new home on a slope Things to consider if you’re building your new home on a slope and you’re an owner, architect, building designer or someone looking to purchase land with a slope. We've got some mishaps and easy solutions. Building on a slope has...
CSIRO said these Bushfire Steps are easy, cheap and could save your home in a Bushfire "Flying embers, not roaring flames, pose the biggest threat to losing your home to bushfire" said a CSIRO Research Leader, Justin Leonard. "Most homes burn down after the fire front passes....
