Energy efficiency and historic buildings
If you live in an historic home, any energy efficiency improvements need to be in keeping with the character of the house.
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By Christina Newnham – 1 August 2009, Build 113
If you live in an historic home, any energy efficiency improvements need to be in keeping with the character of the house.
By Lloyd Macomber – 1 April 2013, Build 135, Feature article
Prospective owners of architectural beauties may well be in for some heartache as they sign up to a potentially significant financial commitment for on-going and out-of-the-ordinary maintenance.
By Tracy Robinson – 1 April 2011, Build 123
Historic buildings protect New Zealand’s heritage. They are both valuable and irreplaceable, so take extra care when dealing with old and historic buildings.
By Elizabeth Bush-King – 1 February 2019, Build 170, Feature article
Many heritage buildings are earthquake-prone and need costly earthquake strengthening. Heritage EQUIP has advice and funding to help preserve this special character of our towns and cities.