Eco Homes NZ

Sustainable Building Materials

Discover the world of sustainable building materials and learn how to create an eco-friendly home that benefits both your family and the planet. This exploration delves into tried-and-true options like bamboo and recycled plastics, as well as cutting-edge innovations like mycelium composites and 3D-printed earth, highlighting the materials, techniques, and trends shaping the future of green construction in New Zealand and beyond.

Innovative Water Conservation Techniques

Water is a precious resource that is essential for life, yet it is increasingly under threat due to climate change, population growth, and unsustainable consumption patterns. Let us explore some of the cutting-edge technologies, design principles, and community-scale strategies that are transforming the way we use and value water in our homes and neighbourhoods.

Advancements in Smart Home Technology

Step into the future with our guide to advancements in smart home technology. Explore how the latest innovations are revolutionizing eco-friendly living, offering energy-efficient solutions and intuitive automation for a sustainable home.

Essential Elements of an Eco Home

Embark on a journey through the key components of eco-friendly living with our guide, "Essential Elements of an Eco Home." This comprehensive resource is designed to help you navigate the exciting world of sustainable home design in New Zealand, blending modern innovation with environmental stewardship.

Solar Photovoltaics:

A Guide for Eco Homeowners

As the world shifts towards greener alternatives, solar photovoltaics stand out as a powerful tool in reducing our carbon footprint and achieving energy independence. Whether you're looking to build a new eco-home or retrofit an existing property in New Zealand, this guide will provide you with the essential knowledge to make informed decisions and harness the sun's abundant energy for a brighter, more sustainable future.

Eco Prefab Homes - Affordable Eco-Friendly Living

One of the great things about eco prefab homes is that they can be built or set up in any location. They're creating a wave of excitement with architects and the general public with their progressive and ecology driven use of cutting edge technology.

Eco Homes Trends

Smart Thermostats, Compost Toilets, Passive House Certification - here's a list of top trends in eco home construction for you to take onboard this year.

Home Biogas Systems

To construct your own home biogas system you'll need a digester tank, an inlet, a gas holder tank, and outlets for the biogas and waste products. In an eco home environment, biogas can be produced from kitchen food waste.

Top 7 Eco Insulation Products

Good insulation is often cited as the single most important factor in residential energy conservation. Here we list our top 7 insulation options for a healthy eco home.

Eco House Book

by Terence Conran

Conran's Eco House Book provides all the information you need to reduce your home's carbon footprint when making home improvements - valuable details to directly improve your quality of life.

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