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What is energy modelling, and why does it matter for your build?

Energy modelling isn't a building code requirement, but for high-performance and Passive House homes, it's essential. Here's how it works and why it matters.

Heading south for the ADNZ Masterclass

This was the third time we've had the privilege of facilitating this workshop for Architectural Designers New Zealand, and somehow it gets richer each round. The brief, on paper, is simple: spend the day with a room of fellow designers and talk about the craft. In practice, it becomes something far more interesting than a lecture. It becomes a conversation.

Easy Hacks to Bring Biophilic Design into Your Home

Biophilic Design is not about turning your lounge into a jungle. It's about thoughtful touches — natural light, greenery, timber, views to the garden — that make a home feel calmer and more alive.

Your Budget is Our Commitment

The most important conversation we have with every client isn't about floor plans or finishes — it's about trust. And it begins with a number.

Tauranga Gets Its Own Passive House Champion: Introducing Tony Biesiek, Local Chapter Lead

Big news for the Bay of Plenty building community — our very own Tony Biesiek has been appointed as Local Chapter Lead Tauranga for the Passive House Institute of New Zealand (PHINZ). For those who know Tony, this appointment comes as no surprise. As our chief imaginier and fearless leader, Tony has long been passionate about where great design meets building science. His sustained interest in the global Passive House movement — and years of engagement with PHINZ — have posit

The Lungs of a High-Performance Home

Why Mechanical Heat Recovery Ventilation Is Essential in a Certified Passive House At Imagine Architecture, we often say a Passive House is not just built… it is engineered for life . One of the most powerful pieces of that engineering is Mechanical Heat Recovery Ventilation, commonly known as MHRV. It is not an optional extra in a certified Passive House. It is fundamental. It is the quiet, continuous heartbeat of the home. We have worked extensively with a vast array of

Design Smarter: The Power of Energy Modelling in Residential Architecture

In today’s residential design landscape, homeowners and architects alike are seeking smarter, more efficient ways to build. Whether the...

SIPs vs ICF: Which Building System Best Supports Energy Efficient Design?

As the push for ultra-efficient, airtight homes grows in New Zealand, especially under the Passivhaus standard, the choice of...

Why Biophilic Design Is the Best Decision You’ll Make for Your New Home

Imagine stepping into your home and instantly feeling calmer, more refreshed, and deeply connected to the world around you. That’s the...

What Makes a Superhome? And How Passivhaus Fits In

The idea of a Superhome is gaining traction among homeowners, designers, and builders who want more from their homes — more comfort, more...

Let's talk about Passivhaus

A Smarter Way to Live Sustainably If you're planning to build a new home and want something that’s beautiful, comfortable, and...

Biophilic Design - Imagine Architecture design philosophy series - Part 9

Welcome to the final instalment of our 9 part series on the reasons why the Imagine Architecture team designs the way they do. The design...

Designing for Efficiency - Imagine Architecture design philosophy series - Part 8

Welcome to the eighth instalment of our 9 part series on the reasons why the Imagine Architecture team designs the way they do. The...

Designed for Comfort - Imagine Architecture design philosophy series - Part 7

Welcome to the seventh instalment of our 9 part series on the reasons why the Imagine Architecture team designs the way they do. The...

Certified Passive House designer!

TONY BIESIEK "Certified Passive House Designer" I am thrilled to announce that I recently qualified as a Certified Passive House...