Energy Efficiency

August 4, 2023

Ben Caine is leading the charge with Passivhaus in Perth

Founder of WA-based studio Leanhaus, architect Ben Caine took a roundabout way into finding his niche as an expert in Passivhaus – an approach to building that he says “scientifically nothing else compares to”.

July 16, 2020

Innovation Without Compromise: The Story Of V-ZUG

Swiss boutique appliance manufacturer, V-ZUG, shows us how innovation without compromise can work for both people and planet.

July 10, 2020

What Does Energy Efficient Housing Really Look Like In Australia?

The first in a two part series, Rachael Bernstone delves deep into the current state of energy efficient housing in Australia: what initiatives are currently in place and what effect are they having?

June 4, 2020

What Does A “Sustainable House” Mean To You?

Gardiner Architects transformed this worker’s cottage with the best sustainability solutions tailored to the project and brief.

February 21, 2020

7 Elegantly Resolved Passive Solar Design Solutions

In today’s climate, following the principles of passive solar design in the context of our built environment is not an ideal – it’s an absolute imperative.

March 15, 2019

A Contemporary Vernacular Of Australian Architecture

We look at five contemporary Australian homes that have been inspired by the country’s traditional architectural language.