by Simone | Feb 28, 2018 | 7 Design Secrets
What makes a material environmentally friendly and what makes it green? Choosing materials for a building requires careful consideration of products and materials that have a reduced impact not just on the environment but also on the health of the occupants. Origin,...
by Simone | Feb 24, 2018 | 7 Design Secrets
Have you ever wondered why you have damp spots or even mould in your bathroom, or behind the robe or around your windows? No, it does not come from the outside. (except of course if there is some sort of water leakage somewhere). The main sources of moisture in a home...
by Simone | Feb 20, 2018 | 7 Design Secrets
Imagine it is winter. You wake up in the morning, put on your favourite hand-knitted wool socks and walk to the kitchen to have breakfast. But something is different today, your left toes are cold, you start to shiver and feel uncomfortable. What happened? The fabric...
by Simone | Feb 16, 2018 | 7 Design Secrets
Although the term ‘thermal mass’ is not commonly used, there are many examples where we experience it and appreciate its benefits. The most impressive is the ocean: in winter, when there is less sunshine and the average air temperature is low, the water is chilly and...
by Simone | Feb 10, 2018 | 7 Design Secrets
Is double glazing worth its money? The answer is YES, but ONLY if it is installed correctly without a cold bridge (thermal bridge) and if they have a low u-value. A window or a door is essentially a hole in the wall and responsible for most of the unwanted heat loss...
by Simone | Feb 5, 2018 | 7 Design Secrets
Thermal insulation is a fundamental factor to achieve thermal comfort for occupants. Insulation reduces undesirable heat loss or gain and can lower the energy demand of heating and cooling systems. The ability of insulation is evaluated by its R-value. The higher...
