by Simone | May 31, 2022 | Sustainable Design
Here is an amazing video from our award winning project in Blackburn that was recently for sale. Have a look to check out this highly energy efficient, sustainable and non-toxic home. And to hear the client and Simone talk about the project. Please check out the link...
by Simone | Mar 8, 2018 | Sustainable Design
VentilationVentilation is the active process of “changing” or replacing air to regulate temperature and moisture. It should always occur under controlled conditions, by opening windows or with ceiling or exhaust fans. If you are building a highly energy...
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 7, 2018 | The 20/20 House
The Gruen Eco Design blog about how to convert your dream from an energy efficient home into a reality. Over the last couple of months, we kept fine-tuning the design for our own house. Typically, all my ‘actual’ projects are a priority, so I only ever work on the...
by Simone | Dec 3, 2017 | Sustainable Design
Do all energy efficient and sustainable homes look the same? For me, the answer to this question is so obvious, that I never even thought about the question in the first place. But after a conversation I had with someone this week I realised it might not be as...
