A classic way of an alternative lifestyle...
It is quite noticeable that housing standards are evolving to become more stringent and environment friendly. The principles revolving around these requirements are embedded in the concept of “positive development”- development that has net positive ecological and social impact. We are now looking at the future of the housing market to be inclined more towards sustainability and energy efficiency.
But for someone like Wayne Kelly (Eco-Essence Homes), this was more than just a foreseeable housing future. It was a good business opportunity and a job full of passion towards Mother Nature.
“We are passionate about making a product (home) which will not only be safe (devoid from VOCs etc.) for people living in it, but also for the environment" says Wayne.
So what does it takes to make a sustainable and energy efficient home? “Utilisation of building materials in the best possible way to avoid any waste is the key to make an affordable and sustainable home" says Wayne.
Who understands utilization of resources and efficiency of building products better than James Hardie. That is why Wayne chose only Scyon™ Linea™ weatherboard for his project. After reading all the technical documents about this product including the MSDS (Material Safety data Sheets) etc, Wayne was convinced that Scyon™ Linea™ weatherboard is the right product for his projects.
The tongue and groove joint option and the robustness of the advanced fibre cement composite induce strength and efficiency in Wayne's sustainable home project.
Now you must be thinking that making a sustainable home is expensive, well it's not. Eco-Essence Homes do not put any air conditioners in their projects. They believe that the in-house temperature can be maintained by applying the proper building science in your design. People who have lived in their houses can corroborate to this fact. Imagine how much you can save on your monthly electricity bills. Now, combine that with easy installation of Scyon™ Linea™ weatherboards where you save money in constructions, as it involves less trades than bricks. It's a win-win situation for both homeowners and builders, isn't it?
Taking the hassle out of fire rated construction. During more than a decade working in the residential building sector, Georges has come up against all kinds of problems and challenges. But the biggest headache of them all is building fire rated walls.
For years Georges thought he had no choice but to use brick walls to meet fire rating requirements for MGM projects.
Having used bricks all this time, Georges was delighted to discover a simple, low-cost alternative at a James Hardie seminar on fire-rating solutions. Discovering that HardieSmart™ Intertenancy wall system is installed by carpenters, with no bricks, no mess and no extra plasterboard layer, has been a game changer for Georges and his customers.
Not only does the HardieSmart™ Intertenancy wall system save a lot of hassle in construction, it also saves on installation time and costs.
When it came to choosing a fire-rating solution for one of their recent building projects in Ryde, HardieSmart™ Intertenancy wall system was the obvious choice. With this innovative breakthrough, everyone working with MGM wins, from the estimators to the foreman and, most importantly, the customers, who can choose a budget alternative for their project, without sacrificing safety or quality.
