by Simone | Nov 18, 2022 | Sustainable Design
The one thing you can’t get around anymore is a mechanical ventilation system. Once a house becomes energy efficient and more airtight, you are likely to trap humidity inside and this can result in a big issue. Just by living in our homes, by breathing, showering and...
by Simone | Dec 6, 2021 | The 20/20 House
The Gruen Eco Design blog about how to convert your dream of an energy efficient home into a reality. THE WINDOWS ARE GOING IN The team from Sanctum Homes is working too fast at the moment…. I can’t keep up with the blog posts ? Therefore, here comes a bit of a...
by Simone | Nov 11, 2019 | Sustainable Design
As I had explained in Part 1, in October I attended the Building Physics Forum in Melbourne, where over 2 days experts from all over the world spoke about healthy and energy efficient homes and the dangers of condensation and mould. The biggest takeaway for me was...
by Simone | Feb 25, 2019 | Sustainable Design
Even with environmental consciousness at an all-time high, modern offices are rarely eco-friendly. Reams of paper are used each day, and huge amounts of energy are expended to keep the lights on and maintain a comfortable temperature.But making your office...
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...
