Gas Cooktop vs Induction: Why I’d Choose Induction Every Time
Gas Cooktop vs Induction: Why I’d Choose Induction Every Time Written by Simone Schenkel This is Part 2 of the Design Pitfalls in Australian Homes series. If you missed the intro, it explains why I’m writing about all the design choices that look great in theory and fall apart in real life. Today: the cooktop […]
When Homes Make You Sick: The Hidden Danger of Mould (and What We Can Do About It)
When Homes Make You Sick: The Hidden Danger of Mould (and What We Can Do About It) We don’t often think of our homes as something that could make us sick. But for many people across Australia, that’s exactly what’s happening. And in most cases, the cause isn’t obvious. It’s not structural failure. It’s not […]
When Climate Research Becomes Personal: Heat, Health and Rental Housing in Australia
When Climate Research Becomes Personal: Lessons on Heat, Health and Housing Written by Simone Schenkel Australia’s Heatwave Reality Heat, health and rental housing in Australia are becoming increasingly connected as our climate changes and more homes struggle to remain safe, comfortable and liveable during extreme weather. In a recent blog post, we shared research and […]
Why Condensation, Ventilation and Thermal Bridging Still Aren’t Taken Seriously Enough in Australian Homes
Why Condensation, Ventilation & Thermal Bridging Still Aren’t Taken Seriously Enough Condensation, ventilation and thermal bridging are some of the most important — and most misunderstood — issues affecting Australian housing today. While conversations around sustainability and energy efficiency have become more common in recent years, many homes across Australia still experience: condensation mould poor […]