Factsheets, case studies and articles
In these pages you’ll find a library of resources to help you improve your home’s performance.
These include:
- Factsheets
- Case studies
- Articles published in newspapers or magazines
Each resource is backed up by what we’ve learned in our demonstration projects. It’s independent and robust.
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03-Jul-2013 (Publication Factsheet/19)
Why Design Sustainably? (PDF 35KB)
This Beacon factsheet covers how sustainable homes benefit you, and a case study of the NZ Housing Foundation's HomeSmart Home.
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03-Jul-2013 (Publication Factsheet/2)
Easy DIY improvements (PDF 270KB)
This Beacon factsheet covers checking out your ceiling cavity, draughtproofing, wrapping your hot water cylinder and pipes, and installing a rainwater barrel.
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03-Jul-2013 (Publication Factsheet/21)
Choosing Sustainable Materials (PDF 54KB)
This Beacon factsheet covers what sustainable materials are, sustainable sourcing, and assessment sheets for sustainable building materials.
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03-Jul-2013 (Publication Factsheet/1)
Choosing a House or Site (PDF 43KB)
This Beacon factsheet covers choosing a neighbourhood, selecting a site and choosing a home which will be warm, healthy and cost less to run.
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01-Jul-2013 (Publication Case study/18)
Cooling Down in Auckland (PDF 278KB)
Covers how one Auckland household tackled summer overheating.
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01-Jul-2013 (Publication Case study/6)
Flexible Design in the Rotorua NOW Home (PDF 139KB)
Covers how the Rotorua NOW Home was designed for flexibility and adaptability over the life of the house.
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01-Jul-2013 (Publication Case study/5)
Flexible Design in the Waitakere NOW Home (PDF 309KB)
Covers how the Waitakere NOW Home was designed for flexibility and adaptability over the life of the house.
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01-Jul-2013 (Publication Case study/4)
Benefits of a High Performing Home (PDF 653KB)
Covers why the Waitakere NOW Home tenants loved the house so much.
Continued Reading
Beacon's HSS High Standard of Sustainability
Housing Matters: Learn, Share, Connect, Collaborate, Innovate
Resources for local government
Resources for central government
Home Performance Advisor training
Symposia, conference papers and study tours