Here is a quick checklist to identify the areas of focus when looking for smarter features in a home.

Category

Features

Building Envelope & Efficiency

Space heating/cooling/retention
  • INSULATION
  • Ceiling
  • Floor
  • Walls
  • Windows-upgrade/change
  • Eaves/shades
  • Thermalmass
  • Heat pump/fire/flued gas
  • Pelmets & thermal drapes
  • Efficient lighting
  • Appliance efficiency

Water Economy
  • Low flow shower heads/taps
  • Low flush toilets
  • High efficiency appliances
  • HWC wrap
  • Heat pump/solar/wetback
  • Grey/black water recycling

Moisture Extraction and Air Quality
  • Mould reduction
  • Extractor fans
  • Mechanical ventilation
  • Passive ventilation
  • Cleaners
  • Pot plants
  • Preventing off-gassing

Recycling.Waste Storage
  • Food waste
  • Rubbish waste
  • Clothing
  • E-waste
  • Appliance waste

Choosing more sustainable materials
  • Life cycles
  • Chemical degradation
  • Energy/water use
  • Greenhouse emissions
  • Toxicity
  • Longevity
  • Natural/manmade

Safety
  • Smoke detection
  • Hazardous materials
  • Emergencies

Natural Environment
  • Identify weed pests/ native plants
  • Mulching, water saving & recycling
  • Waterwise garden designs