Wind ventilation and cross ventilation
Wind ventilation, also known as cross ventilation, is a simple and effective way to take advantage of the wind to keep your home cool...
Types of ventilation
Ventilation is the planned movement of air into, through and out of a home. Getting it right improves indoor air quality, controls moisture and supports efficient heating and cooling. The main approaches fall into natural, mechanical and hybrid systems, and most homes use a mix. If you’re starting from scratch, it helps to read the overview of ventilation methods and how these choices interact with the building envelope.
Why is ventilation important?
Because we don't directly 'see' ventilation, we don't often think about it - but well-planned ventilation's an absolutely vital part of a healthy house....
How to clean heating ducts and vents
Heating ducts carry air all around your house, and vents often get dirty as a result of how much air flows through them. Find...
What is passive design?
Ever noticed that some houses are cooler or warmer than others without relying heavily on powered cooling or heating devices? This usually comes down...
Controlling window ventilation
As Australia’s building codes tighten and homes become increasingly airtight, ventilation has moved from being an optional add-on to a critical component of residential design. With the release of the updated National Construction Code (NCC 2025) and growing awareness around indoor air quality, effective ventilation is now central to both building compliance and occupant wellbeing.