Welcome to the Smart Living Spaces blog — a collection of thoughts, tips, and insights on how we can design and live better in Aotearoa.
Here you'll find articles on Passive House, Homestar, energy modelling, healthy homes, and the everyday realities of sustainable architecture in New Zealand. Whether you're a homeowner looking to improve your space or a fellow designer exploring better building performance, I hope these posts offer something practical, empowering, and real.
Because good design isn't just about buildings — it's about people, comfort, and creating spaces that work for the long term.
Low Carbon Buildings
The conversations in our New Zealand building industry are touching on the many changes and challenges that we are facing namely around operating and embodied carbon.
What is Passive House
There are many opinions about what Passive House, but some confuse it with passive solar design. Here is the explanation.
Certified Passive House Designer
I did a little dance this morning. An email landed in my inbox from Passive House Institute, the news I have been quietly hoping for. I can proudly and confidently say that I am now a Passive House Designer.
Celebration Moment
12 Years today, I graduated with my Bachelor of Architectural Studies. It’s a celebration moment.