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Wednesday, 13 July 2016
Thursday, 7 July 2016
Do You Have a Tiny House? Big Solutions for Small Spaces
Ask any Aucklander about small living quarters, and they will tell you from experience what it’s like to live in a tiny house or apartment because it’s just how city life is. Cramped.
Kiwi’s in general are becoming more accustomed to the idea of micro lofts, tiny houses. But this trend is not just limited to city life.
There are plenty of houses spread throughout New Zealand that are not in heavily populated areas that are still “cosy”.
In this article Colleen Hawkes from Stuff.co.nz shares details on an awesome Micro-Loft designed by Sprecht Architects of New York:
Micro loft solution packs a lot of punch in a small space
Specht Architects says the tiny, awkward apartment is at the top of a six-storey building. In its original state it was sectioned off with very small rooms.
Not surprisingly, every square inch is put to good use. The stairs feature built-in storage units below, which are similar to Japanese kaidan dansu.
Living in small quarters with kids can be very testing on a parents sanity. This next article from inhabitat.com, Yuka Yoneda shares some small living solutions that you can apply to your house:
9 Small Living Tips for Couples Trying to Stay Sane in Tiny Apartments
Lack of private space is probably the most obvious source of irritation for couples who live in small apartments.
Having a separate room to escape to is a luxury that may not exist in a studio, but you can create your own by turning a closet or even a small nook into an office area.
Even though it may not be a completely closed off room, it can act as a sanctuary where each partner can at least get a little work or zoning out done.
The great thing about the closet idea is that you can still use a decent portion of the closet as an actual closet and when you’re done working, you can just close the door and hide the clutter.
Some truly amazing things can be produced when you add some imagination to your design. This video from GoDownsize beautifully displays what is possible when you’re challenged with small spaces:
What Are Your Thoughts On The “Tiny Houses” Trend?
We have all lived in a house with that awkwardly small room that seems like it has no use. But with a little imagination and some planning, big things can happen in small spaces!
A huge bonus we can see is that heating costs will be significantly lowered. Simply adding a heat transfer system to your existing heat source will make sure every room in the house is warm and comfortable
Do you have a loft or attic that you have transformed into a small living space? We would like to hear back from you. If you have any pictures to share we would love to see them.
Image Credit:
- http://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/home-property/81720662/Micro-loft-solution-packs-a-lot-of-punch-in-a-small-space
- http://inhabitat.com/nyc/9-small-living-tips-for-couples-trying-to-stay-sane-in-tiny-apartments/
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Thursday, 30 June 2016
Homeowners, How Do You Feel About This?
We go through our lives, building our financial portfolio’s, working towards our goal of owning a slice of heaven we call our home. By the time we are ready to buy we know exactly what we want, how we want it and where we want it to be.
Everything is planned out right down to the kind of letter box, only to find that the subdivision we want to build our house in doesn’t allow certain features on our house!
How Far is Too Far?
In the article below from Stuff.co.nz, Heather Simpson writes about the rules that some Marlborough subdivisions has when it comes to housing:
Subdivision rules designed to keep Marlborough homeowners in check
At Dry Hills in Marlborough, noisy and smelly pets are strictly forbidden, with pigs and roosters getting a special mention.
And if you thought you could rent out a spare room through Airbnb, think again. Homes cannot double up as a hostel or a B&B lodgings, according to the rules.
If you live in Marlborough Ridge Resort, between Blenheim and Renwick, you can’t have your delicates on display.
Homeowners have to screen their washing line so they are not visible from roads or neighbouring houses. Yet some sections are banned from having a boundary fence – only hedges are permitted.
Developers behind Blenheim’s Nottinghill subdivision have ruled all boundary fences must be made from timber and stained with an ebony finish.
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At least 50 per cent of the front fence must be covered by plantings such as creeper or climbing roses. Alternatively, you can plants trees and shrubs directly in front of the fence.
Satellite dishes and solar panels cannot be visible from the road or give a reflection or glare that creates a nuisance to neighbours.
In Covent Gardens, all the homes in Evesham Lane and Stamford Lane have to be two-storey, giving an “exclusive look and feel”.
Peter Ray Homes Blenheim co-owner Donna Lee said the rules, or covenants, were in place to keep standards up.
What Is Your Opinion?
There is definitely valid arguments on both sides of the street. If you built the home of your dreams in the subdivision of your dreams, how would you feel about someone building a “dog box” right next door?
What about having a unique house that is not your standard “cookie cutter” layout that’s mass produced and being lived in by every man and his dog?
How about the freedom to do as you wish on the land you purchased without aesthetic limitations. Having the option of creative freedom?
At least we can be thankful that we don’t have crazy limitations like the article below:
Shingles Must Be the Same, Even If You’re Home Has Been Hit By a Plane: A man in Florida went through a devastating event in which a plane crashed into his home, killing his wife and infant son. But the HOA had no sympathy for him and slapped him with a fine while he was rebuilding his home because the shingles didn’t match.
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Thursday, 23 June 2016
Thursday, 16 June 2016
Crazy Warm Weather Relief
This winters weather has been strange this year. When the sun is on form it really puts on a show! What does that mean for you?
It means taking advantage of the sun while its out. Perhaps getting an extra load of washing hung out and dried. Possibly make that morning run a bit more bearable.
The article below talks about the weird Autumn that lead us into our 2016 winter.
Warm weather puzzles researchers
Researchers are trying to work out exactly why this autumn was the second warmest on record, surpassed only by the autumn of 1938, a climate scientist says.
This autumn was the second hottest on record, with a nationwide average temperature of 14.7 degrees celcius.
National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) said yesterday this autumn was the second warmest overall, with a nationwide average temperature of 14.7 degrees celcius.
Victoria University professor James Renwick said El Nino would usually bring cooler temperatures to New Zealand at this time of year.
“Warm water has moved into our region from further north, warm water coming down the east Australian current and so on. Having very warm seas over on to the west of us has helped keep temperatures up.
“Exactly why that’s happened is subject to ongoing research. We have yet to work out what is going on there.”
As you can see this warm snap has baffled our weather experts. With that said, there are some who can’t wait for the cold weather to hit.
The many Ski Fields around New Zealand, like the one featured in the article below, were somewhat relieved once the Autumn warmth started its decline and the cool kiss of winter made its appearance.
Skifields relieved as warm weather ends
The New Zealand ski season gets under way tomorrow after a worrying last-ditch spell of unfavourable weather.
Chairlifts will open at Mt Hutt in Canterbury, and at Coronet Peak and Cardrona in Otago.
Managers at all three centres were delighted to get their core business under way once more.
But a manager at Mt Hutt, James Urquart, said he was worried for a while, because solid snowfalls over several weeks were put at risk by a sudden spell of warm weather this week.
“We have taken a hammering from north-westerlies in the past few days and we have probably lost 40 to 50 centimetres of snow.
“So it is going to main trail skiing and those will come up okay, but it is not going to be what it was a few days ago when everyone was really excited and so were we.”
But the real question is how does the Autumn warmth impact you?
Perhaps you are pretty stoked with this additional sun. The warmth isn’t enough to be running around in your shorts and singlet..
But it’s warm enough to think you don’t require adequate heating solutions in your house. Sure your heatpump or fireplace is toasty and warm while you are in the lounge to enjoy it.
As winter progresses, and the temperature drops (because it will), you will find certain areas in your house are much colder than others.
The Solution is Easy
This is when homeowners start looking for solutions to spread the warmth across all rooms of the house, which is why our smooth-air heat transfer kits have become so popular.
We have seen a major increase in homeowners and landlords use our products because:
- They’re a cost effective way to push warmth around the house
- Transfer kits are cheap to buy
- They’re easy to install
- Our products and service is amazing
We have heat transfer packages to suit all different housing layouts.
- 1 Bedroom
- 2 Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 5 + Bedrooms
What if I just want to extend my current heat transfer system?
We got you covered.
We can offer you advice on the best way to increase the efficiency of your current setup. With our expansive range of smooth-air heat transfer kits, and our vast knowledge and experience in the HVAC industry you can rest assured that your home will be warm throughout the winter and you will be saving money in the long run.
Contact us today!
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Tuesday, 7 June 2016
Heat Transfer Kits New Zealand
With the colder weather rapidly approaching, we often start looking at ways to make our homes warmer without increasing our living expenses.
When it comes to increasing the temperature within our homes we have two options, electric or fuel based heaters.
Whatever your method of heating is, it has one major drawback:
The heat is only felt in the immediate vicinity. While its warm in your lounge, the bedrooms, and other rooms in your house are cold.
Do I Need One For my House?
This is a common question and is easily answered by answering these questions:
- Does your current heating method generate excess heat?
- Is it cold in other rooms of your house?
- Is it too hot during the summer?
If you answered yes to either of these questions then a heat-transfer system will benefit you but the bonuses don’t stop there.
A house with an energy recovery system in place will enjoy warmth in cooler areas, cheaper heating costs, less condensation, fresh air circulated around the house and cooler temperatures during the warmer season.
How a Home ventilation system can benefit you
The advantages of having an energy recovery system in your house include:
- Moisture – within your house is reduced
- Stay Cool – During the summer periods your system can keep you cooler by redirecting the heat
- Ventilation – Added ventilation to areas within your house that might not have the options otherwise
- Cheaper – Cost effective due to the fact that less energy is needed to move the air opposed to heating it. The operating costs are lower than the cost of a light bulb!
- Reduced Heat-loss – heat loss is minimized which lowers the need to generate more heat from other sources
What To Consider When Purchasing a Heat & Energy Transfer System
There are a few considerations to keep in mind when you’re looking to purchase a heat exchanger for your house.
- How many bedrooms do you have? This will determine the size of the kit you buy. There are many options around and it depends on how many rooms you want to distribute heat to. 3 Bedroom Transfer Kits are the most common.
- How far away is the original source of heat (lounge) from the rooms you want to transfer to? This will determine how many diffusers you have and the length of ducting required.
- Do you want to the additional cooling during summer? This option is generally an add on, allowing you to redirect heat away from the living areas in your home, reducing your inside temperature.
Other common questions we get are:
Can I install this myself?
How Long Does it Take To Install?
For your typical DIY’er it would be the perfect weekend job, only taking you an afternoon to install and be fully operational.
What if I need to add more rooms?
Our kits are easy to extent to allow any future renovations you may do. We have everything you need to expand your current system.
If you’re unsure what you may need, contact us now and we can discuss your requirements. We have a full range of products that cater for new or existing installations.
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Monday, 23 May 2016
T.S.A. Replaces Security Chief as Tension Grows at Airports and Age
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