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Sustainable abodes: Four inspirational New Zealand eco-home builds
These homes are a testament to honouring the environment through clever architectural design.
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This article showcases four inspirational New Zealand eco-homes that blend clever architectural design with sustainable building practices. These builds demonstrate diverse approaches to sustainability, from off-grid living to achieving rigorous Passive House certification.
Featured projects include JTB Architects' Honeymoon Bay Bach, Rafe Maclean Architects' Kōwhai House, and Team Green Architects' Certified Passive House. Each home uses features like passive heating, solar power, and advanced ventilation to create energy-efficient living spaces with a lighter environmental footprint.
1. Honeymoon Bay Bach by JTB Architects
2. Kōwhai House by Rafe Maclean Architects
Kowhai House by Rafe Maclean Architects. Image: Simon Devitt
3. Team Green Passive House by Team Green Architects
4. Great Barrier House by Studio2 Architects
Great Barrier House by Studio2 Architects
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