BASIX
BASIX for Swimming Pools and Spas in NSW
A new pool or spa over 40,000 litres triggers BASIX on its own. Here is what the certificate requires and how to…
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Practical, Australian-standards-based guidance on BASIX, NatHERS, energy efficiency and sustainable home design.
NatHERS
Should You Aim for 8, 9 or 10 Stars? When Going Beyond 7 Pays Off
Seven stars is the minimum, not the ceiling. Here is when pushing to 8 or higher is worth the spend and when…
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BASIX
BASIX Water Targets: Tanks, Fixtures and How to Hit Them
The water side of BASIX is often the easiest to satisfy. Here is how efficient fixtures, tanks and landscaping add up to…
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Sustainability
Choosing a Hot Water System to Lift Your BASIX Energy Score
Hot water is one of the largest energy uses in a home and a major lever for BASIX. Here is how the…
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NatHERS
NatHERS and BASIX in Western Sydney: Designing for Extreme Heat
Western Sydney runs hotter than the coast, which changes the design priorities. Here is how to rate well in suburbs like Penrith…
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Design
Window Orientation and Glazing: Designing for Free Stars
Where you place windows matters as much as the glass you choose. Here is how to use orientation to gain rating points…
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BASIX
The BASIX Certificate Cost in NSW: What to Budget
BASIX certificate fees vary by dwelling type and complexity. Here is what to budget and why the commitments cost more than the…
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Design
Passive Solar Design for Sydney Homes
Passive solar design uses the sun, shade and materials to keep a home comfortable for free. Here is how to apply it…
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Design
Insulation R-Values for NSW Homes: A Practical Guide
R-value measures how well insulation resists heat flow. Here is what the numbers mean and where they matter most in a NSW…
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BASIX
BASIX for Alterations and Additions: When Does It Apply?
Renovations can trigger BASIX once they pass a cost threshold or add conditioned space. Here is when you need a certificate and…
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