Smart Living Spaces

Not all home upgrades need consent—but they still need to be right. I offer independent architectural advice to help you improve comfort and health, not just tick boxes. Want clarity before you commit? Let’s chat—link in bio. #HealthyHomes #SmartDesign #ArchitectAdvice

Building in NZ is expensive. #SmallSmartSpaces uses offsite construction and smart design to move faster—without losing quality or comfort. Fixed, flexi, and free parts make it easier. Download the guide to learn more—link in bio. #SmartDesign #BetterThanCode

At Smart Living Spaces, I design with water in mind—planning efficient plumbing, quality fittings & reuse where it makes sense. The Code doesn’t require it—but your future self will thank you. Smart water design isn’t about restriction—it’s about intention.
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Pouring money down the drain is easy if your home wastes water. #SmallSmartSpaces meets future water caps without sacrificing comfort. Smart water use doesn’t have to be hard. Curious how it works? Download the guide—link in bio. #SmartDesign #HealthyHomes

If your builder only talks about Code compliance, they’re meeting the legal minimum. #SmallSmartSpaces uses Passive House and Homestar tools to prove performance. Want comfort and value, not just compliance? Download the guide—link in bio. #HealthyHomes #SmartDesign

Your build cost isn’t the full cost of your mortgage. #SmallSmartSpaces uses Homestar 6 to unlock lower interest rates—so you pay less over time. Want to see how smart design helps your bottom line? Download the guide—link in bio. #SmartDesign #BetterThanCode

A new home doesn’t guarantee low power bills. The Code allows legal overheating. #SmallSmartSpaces starts at Homestar 6 to keep temps 20–25°C and cut costs. Want to know how? Download the guide—link in bio. #HealthyHomes #BetterThanCode

10% of your building materials go to landfill—and you pay for it. Conventional quotes include waste. #SmallSmartSpaces designs it out before it hits site. Curious about the cost benefits? Download the guide—link in bio. #SmartDesign #BetterThanCode

Small #SmartDesign means time invested upfront, so you’re not paying for delays or rework later. Curious how #SmallSmartSpaces works? Download the brochure—link in bio. #BetterThanCode

At Smart Living Spaces, I design high-performing homes—and help certify them. Passive House & Homestar offer trusted proof of comfort, value & efficiency. You may never sell—but if you do, you’ll have more than a pitch. You’ll have proof.
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At Smart Living Spaces, I help clients understand the financial impact of design. Homestar can unlock mortgage discounts, lower running costs & boost ROI. Good design doesn’t just cost less to run—it can cost less to borrow.
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At Smart Living Spaces, I design for all seasons—not just winter. I model overheating early and use shading, window tuning & thermal mass to stay cool. Overheating is a design issue—so I solve it at the source.
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At Smart Living Spaces, I design with energy in mind from day one. Every extra corner or junction can mean more heat loss. I take a clean, performance-led approach—keeping homes simple, comfortable & affordable to run.
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At Smart Living Spaces, I go beyond insulation. I design with a systems-based approach—ventilation, airtightness, heating & modelling—so homes stay warm and dry all winter. Meeting code isn’t enough if comfort still falls short.
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At Smart Living Spaces, I don’t guess on air quality. I design ventilation into every project—because open windows aren’t enough. Ventilation boosts health, lowers humidity & improves heating. It’s essential for better-than-code homes.
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At Smart Living Spaces, I design homes that perform—and help certify them. Passive House & Homestar offer measurable proof of comfort, value & sustainability. Even if you never sell, you’ll have more than a pitch—you’ll have proof.
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Want your home’s quality to be seen—and valued? Certifications like Homestar & Passive House prove comfort, health & efficiency. They build buyer trust, unlock mortgage perks, and help your home stand out.
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Want your money to go further? Design a home that qualifies for interest rate incentives and slashes power bills. Homestar builds can unlock better finance terms and lower costs—supporting long-term financial health.
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Reducing water use isn’t about shorter showers—it’s about smart design. Efficient layouts, better fittings & reuse systems cut bills and boost resilience. Passive House & Homestar include strategies that make sense.
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Avoiding summer overheating starts with design. Using tools like Passive House or Homestar modelling, we can test sun, shade & heat early—so your home stays below 25°C, even on the hottest days.
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Want lower power bills? Start with your home’s shape. Simple, efficient forms lose less heat and cost less to run. I use energy modelling to test performance early—so we design with purpose, not guesswork.
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Insulation matters—but only works with ventilation, airtightness & smart heating. I use energy modelling to balance the system, so clients get year-round comfort without overspending. That’s how a good home becomes great.
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To stay healthy, your home’s air needs replacing every few hours. A ventilation system does this automatically—removing stale air and bringing in fresh, dry air. It supports better breathing, easier heating, and lower bills.
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At Smart Living Spaces, I don’t just design high-performing homes—I help certify them. Passive House & Homestar give measurable proof of comfort, value & sustainability. Even if you never sell, you’ll have more than a pitch—you’ll have proof.
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You want a home that holds its value. But buyers and banks can’t see what’s behind the walls. Design matters—but without certification, it may be overlooked. Homestar & Passive House prove performance—and protect your investment.
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You want a home you can afford—not just to build, but to live in. Focus only on build cost, and you’ll miss the savings. Homestar homes may get mortgage discounts and lower bills, helping repay your loan faster.
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Want a home that runs efficiently? Standard plumbing often wastes water—and money. With rainfall less predictable, every litre counts. The good news? You can cut water use without losing comfort.
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You want winter warmth and summer comfort—but most homes are only designed for winter. That leads to overheating, fans on full blast, and rising energy bills. It’s not just old homes—even new builds get this wrong.
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Want a home that’s easy to run? Excessive corners and visual features often leak energy. The more complex the form, the more heat escapes—and the higher your power bill. A simple design can save more than the fanciest finishes.
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Want to stay warm in winter without sky-high power bills? Insulation alone—especially to Code—isn’t enough. Most homes still lose heat through gaps and poor air quality. Real comfort needs a whole-system approach, designed from day one.
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