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How technology can help tackle the housing backlog
Developers using conventional building methods are struggling to keep pace with demand for new homes, but innovative new techniques could catapult the industry into the 21st century.
News
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Press
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09 May 2018
Green building now more cost effective than ever
Green buildings can now be built for a little more than traditional buildings. For the environmental and economic benefits, it deserves serious consideration.
Lifestyle and Decor
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Jacqueline Gray
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26 Jul 2016
Wising up in winter
With winter in full swing many households are using a lot more energy than usual and with many consumers still feeling the pinch in a recovering market; it makes sense to look at ways to save energy..
Property Advice
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RE/MAX
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10 May 2016
Green elements reduce cost and increase value
With residential electricity tariffs increasing annually, South Africans are encouraged to find ways to reduce their household energy consumption.
Lifestyle and Decor
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Press
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10 Mar 2016
‘Greening’ a home improves saleability
Rapid strides in technology and increasing awareness of the potential cost savings and reduced environmental impact are making good sense to more and more home owners – and home buyers
Property Advice
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Press
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14 Oct 2015
What’s big in smaller homes?
Home buyers all over the world are increasingly opting for smaller homes packed with energy-saving equipment, luxury finishes and state-of-the-art-techology.
Lifestyle and Decor
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Meg Wilson
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04 Jun 2015
Energy savings will be crucial this winter
With winter coming and persistent power outages, saving energy is a must.
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Press
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17 Apr 2015
Home is where the green is
We’ve looked at the law and the theory of green homes (Go green or go home) and we’ve considered the costs of going green at home (Don’t just dream green) – but what do the banks say about the idea? After all, they’re the guys ...
Lifestyle and Decor
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Martin Hatchuel
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09 Oct 2014
Look north for warmth
There’s very little to beat a sunny winter in a naturally warm home; and it’s even better when the same home delivers cool summer living.
Architects’ “passive design” principles explain why they view their reputation as “slaves ...
Lifestyle and Decor
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Anna-Marie Smith
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11 Jul 2014
Living the green dream
Towards the end of April, the “My Green Home” challenge kicked off at the home of the Ngewanas, a family interested in living green.
The challenge is an initiative of the Green Building Council ...
News
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Jacqueline Gray
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15 May 2014
