Bricklayer shortages have pushed double brick costs sharply higher in Perth. See why timber framing now costs less and performs better for a new build.

Most stalled home builds fail before construction even starts, and usually for the same avoidable reasons. Here are 10 honest truths every prospective client needs to hear.

See how Passive House design principles were applied to a Steiner school in Nollamara, WA, balancing energy performance with organic, daylight-filled learning spaces.

New data shows energy-efficient homes with solar, double glazing and north-facing design sell for 14.5% more than comparable listings. Here's why the premium holds.

Three recent clients share what it was really like building a Passive House home with Leanhaus, from first brief to move-in day.

The destruction of entire upscale neighborhoods in Los Angeles highlights a critical truth: status-driven luxury becomes meaningless if a home can't endure the climate extremes we're facing more frequently.

I toured Venice, LA and Palm Springs, from William Krisel's Mid-Century Modern homes to US timber construction, comparing it all to Passive House standards back home.

A real Perth Passive House delivered for under $500k in 7 months. See the design strategies that keep costs down without compromising performance.

Selecting a site to build a new Passive House standard in suburban Perth requires careful consideration of a range of factors, including walkability, site orientation and cost of the lot. By selecting a site that is highly walkable, well-oriented towards the sun, and reasonably priced, it is possible to create a highly energy-efficient building that is both sustainable and affordable.