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Lighting (224Kb)
When building or renovating a home, your choice of natural and artificial lighting can affect the way you live in the home, the impact you have on the environment and the amount you spend on electricity.
Insulation and ventilation (214Kb)
Staying cool in summer and warm in winter is more achievable in a well-designed and well fitted-out home.
Indoor air quality (205Kb)
Outdoor air pollution is a common concern for many people, but the indoor air quality of the homes we live in is often overlooked even though we spend 80% of our time indoors.
Maintenance (161Kb)
When building or renovating a home, it can be difficult to identify ongoing and future maintenance needs. However, if a home is not planned well, maintenance can accumulate and become a costly investment of your time and money.
Safety (170Kb)
Feeling safe at home is a fundamental need for people of all ages and abilities. A safer home can be achieved through smart design and the right combination of products and materials.
Termite prevention (121Kb)
In Australia, termites cause more damage to homes than storms and fires combined. However, most termite damage could be prevented through effective preventative measures.
Security (116Kb)
A more secure home can be achieved through smart design and the right combination of products and materials
Water use (294Kb)
By implementing simple water conservation measures at home, Australians can save water and save money as well.
Energy use (66Kb)
By employing some of the energy efficiency techniques used in the Research House, you can also save energy and money.
Last updated 24 November 2005
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