Jun 24, 2016 | Design Benefits
A few years ago I bought a new tent. It’s one of those designs with metal poles, so appears very strong. For our first camping trip with the new tent we took the kids to a campsite next to a creek, not too far from home. The weekend started out overcast with light...
May 20, 2016 | Design Benefits, Energy Efficiency, Powerlouvre System, Stronghold System
We all want the best for our children. We want them to do well in their studies, remain in good health, be friendly and have good manners. While I haven’t seen any scientific studies recently about how to improve their manners or be more friendly, there are many...
May 13, 2016 | Design Benefits, Energy Efficiency, Powerlouvre System
The fact that air rises as it heats up has been used for centuries as a way to draw fresh, cooler air into a building. This is one of the prime reasons that double height voids and windows positioned close to the ceiling are common features of naturally comfortable...
Mar 18, 2016 | Design Benefits, Energy Efficiency
When mentally putting together their dream home after watching their favourite architecture or home renovation TV show, few people‘s thoughts about windows would extend much beyond wanting to frame views, or perhaps wanting to maximise natural light. Most people are...
Feb 26, 2016 | Design Benefits, Energy Efficiency, Stronghold System
Outdoor living spaces always have some form of protection from the sun and therefore create welcoming, comfortable spaces where we can enjoy the glorious weather… except of course when it’s raining… or very windy… or just plain cold. Truthfully, when the weather isn’t...
