AUCKLAND SKYLIGHTS

A recent Bloomberg article highlighted a growing issue in modern homes designed with large areas of glazing in passive house environments, without cross ventilation. As building consultant Winder explained: “In one case, a family’s triple-glazed windows shattered in the heat. They feel they can no longer use their living area or invite friends over because the building was just too hot. And for people who are less mobile due to disabilities or sickness, rising temperatures in

Flat-roof and small‑cavity homes are more than just uncomfortable in summer, they’re a health, legal, and financial risk. Built Environment: Where the Heat Builds Up As explored in my earlier article, flat‑roof and terrace‑style homes with minimal cavities absorb and trap solar heat. The results are higher cooling costs to tenants, mould risk, and uncomfortable living conditions for residents and tenants. Tenants will often switch off cooling due to cost. having affordable sy