Find out more about energy efficient home building
Welcome to the Formance learn section. This is our blog where you'll find articles to help you learn about the wonderful topic of energy efficient comfortable homes.
What it's REALLY like living in a high performance home in NZ
Living in a high performance home in New Zealand can be a game-changer compared to a traditional kiwi house.
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Build Smarter: Where to Use SIPs in Your Home
Energy efficiency is often the highest priority for people building with Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) , but sometimes other priorities need to be managed to achieve the outcomes that clients…
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Formance Home Video Tour
Join us for a video tour showing one of our latest projects: A stunning Platinum Homes showhome in Paerata Rise, Auckland! Check out the features that make it a high-performance home, like…
How do Formance SIPs join?
Formance panels are a high-performance building envelope solution that combines structure and insulation.
Can I use internal walls with SIPs?
Something we often get asked here at Formance is ‘Should I do my internal walls with SIPs?’.
Homeowners Guide to the Best New Home Design Process
So you have land and probably a pretty good idea of the type of home you want to build.
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Choosing the Right Site for Your New Home
Landing on the Right Site for Your New HomeBuilding your dream home can be as challenging as it is rewarding.
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Top 10 Best Window Suppliers in NZ
Building a house and wondering which supplier to use for your build? At Formance we see many plans come across our desk with windows specified, so we’ve assembled a list…
Proposed Changes to Granny Flat Rules in NZ
Proposed Changes to New Zealand Building Code: A Boon for "Granny Flats" and Energy EfficiencyThe New Zealand government is currently consulting on proposed changes to the Building Code that aim…
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Exploring Advanced Building Technologies (ABT) in New Zealand
The construction industry is continuously evolving, driven by the need for more efficient, sustainable, and cost-effective building solutions.
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The Complete Guide to Building Your Dream Home
Building Your Dream Home Starts Here Creating your dream home is one of the most exciting journeys you'll ever undertake.
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What is H1?
The building code in New Zealand is broken down into different sections for the crucial parts of house performance.