Wellington Builders | Design & Architecture Services | Eco-Friendly Design | High Performing Home | Structural Insulated Panels | Energy-Efficient Home As New Zealanders become more aware of eco-friendly homes, the demand for better-built homes that are warmer, healthier, and more energy-efficient is rising. With this comes the increasing popularity of high-performance homes. But what exactly is a high-performance home? In this blog post, we'll delve into what defines a high-performance home, why they are important, and what features you need to keep in mind if you're considering bui ..read more

Wellington Builders | Design & Architecture Services | Eco-Friendly Design | High Performing Home | Structural Insulated Panels | Energy-Efficient Home   So, you’ve done your homework and have decided that building a SIP home is the right choice for you. Fantastic decision! These panels offer a range of benefits, including better insulation, long-term energy savings, and improved indoor air quality. But let's face it, the idea of building a new home can be daunting, let alone one made with SIPs if you haven’t built one before.   At Green Abode, we understand how overwhelming thi ..read more

Wellington Builders | Renovations | Construction | Design & Architecture Services | Environmentally Conscious | Wellington Roofing & Waterproofing | Wellington Painters If a leak develops under your kitchen sink and you require a plumber to fix it, the plumber will provide you with a quote for the job. However, the cost may seem too high, so you might want to contact other plumbers to get additional quotes before deciding. This is a common practice when making important decisions, such as building a house, to ensure that you are comparing prices and getting the best deal possible. Unf ..read more

  Wellington Builders | Design & Architecture Services | Eco-Friendly Design | High Performing Home | Structural Insulated Panels | Energy-Efficient Home In February 2017, Ian and Ingrid reached out to Green Abode to talk about their plans for building a SIP house on their land in Waikanae. But things didn't go as smoothly as they hoped. They faced a few challenges over the next few years, including delays caused by the architect and the Council. The Council even made them move the house by 1.5m, which caused even more delays. But they didn't give up! They kept at it, and finally, in ..read more

Wellington Builders | Design & Architecture Services | Eco-Friendly Design | High Performing Home | Structural Insulated Panels | Energy-Efficient Home 2023 is ending, and we are rapidly approaching a new year. How has time flown so quickly? Are you planning to build a new home in 2024? If so, you're undoubtedly aware that the process can be overwhelming. From choosing the right materials to selecting the perfect colours and finishes, there are countless decisions that need to be made. One of the best ways to make the process less stressful is to stay informed about the latest design tren ..read more

Wellington Builders | Design & Architecture Services | Eco-Friendly Design | High Performing Home | Structural Insulated Panels | Energy-Efficient Home Asthma, hay fever, dust mites, and pet fur are some of the reasons why many New Zealanders struggle with breathing. As a nation, we are aware of the high asthma rates. However, what's surprising is that 30-40% of people in New Zealand suffer from allergies. This is a significant percentage of our population, and we need to address it. In the past, people had the attitude that allergies were not a big deal, and they would just toughen up. H ..read more

Wellington Builders | Design & Architecture Services | Eco-Friendly Design | High Performing Home | Structural Insulated Panels | Energy-Efficient Home It was late in 2017 when our Project Manager was approached by a woman in the Fresh Choice car park in Greytown. The woman had noticed the Green Abode ute, and she mentioned her son’s interest in building a SIP home. Fast forward a couple of months and Kevin (our Director) had his first meeting with our prospective new clients, Carson, and Kiri. They had recently purchased land and after months of research, had decided that building a SIP ..read more

Wellington Builders | Design & Architecture Services | Eco-Friendly Design | High Performing Home | Structural Insulated Panels | Energy-Efficient Home Designing your own home is an exciting adventure! You get to create a space that perfectly reflects your needs and desires. However, with so many people giving their opinions on what's in and what's out, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and not know where to start. That's why it's important to remember the three key elements of house design - function, flow and form. Any expert architect or designer will tell you that these are the foundation ..read more

If you’re considering building a SIP (Structural Insulated Panel) home and would like more information on the process, then you’ve come to the right place! SIP builds are somewhat different to your standard timber build home, so Wellington builders Green Abode have set out the following steps to give you a good indication of what’s involved before you embark on your journey. In this post, we’ll be covering the process from design to floor coverings. The steps are listed in order of how they would happen … in a perfect world. However, we all know that we don’t live in a perfect world, so pleas ..read more

You’ve been working and saving hard to get a deposit on a house but the thought of spending your hard-earned money on a house that still needs a tonne of work can be heartbreaking! It may well be worth investigating the idea of building a new home in the current economic climate if you can secure land that already has services installed. In the following infographic, Wellington builders Green Abode, have highlighted 5 tips for building your home on a limited budget. Green Abode homes are designed to be energy-efficient and as eco-friendly as possible. This doesn’t necessarily mean a big mortg ..read more