Construction and demolition produces about 44% of Australia’s total waste – that’s a whopping 27 million tonnes each year! But guess what? Much of that waste can be recycled. Here are some tips to help you reduce waste in your renovation project.
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The best method to analyse the comfort of your new home is becoming increasingly questioned, so we thought we’d delve into the differences, advantages, and disadvantages, of these two thermal modelling methods from the perspective of building a new home.
Read MoreA quick round-up of the latest news from our studio and the industry, tips for sustainable living and more. This month we share a reflection on the last 12 months at Maxa Design and more. Merry Christmas!
Read MoreIndoor air quality is an important factor for human health and well-being, however, not all buildings provide the same level of indoor air quality, and some may even expose the occupants to harmful pollutants. In this post, we will explore how Passivhaus homes can offer superior indoor air quality compared to conventional homes.
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As you start to research the Passivhaus philosophy, you might come across some terms and concepts that you are unfamiliar with. We hope to make some of them clearer here.
Read MoreA quick round-up of the latest news from our studio and the industry, tips for sustainable living and more. This month we chat about our Forest Hill Open House and our recent awards.
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We are thrilled to share the outstanding success of our Canal Haus project at the recent Design Matters National Awards. This remarkable project not only secured the prestigious Design Excellence Award but also clinched the title of National Building Design of the Year!
Read MoreWhen it comes to designing and building your home, your home design plans are a vital component. Not only are they the main reference point for all of those involved in the design and build process, but they help you envisage exactly what your new home will look like. In this video series - produced in collaboration with Goycon Builders - we take a look at what will be covered in your plans and how your builder and other contractors will use them to build your new home.
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Achieving a successful and enjoyable house design and build requires careful planning, attention to detail, and effective communication with your team of designers, builders, and contractors. Here are some key steps to help you achieve your goal.
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Livable housing design encompasses homes designed to Universal Design principles. This means they are safer and easier to access, navigate and live in.
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If your home heats up during summer and takes a long time to cool down, or if it is hard to warm effectively through winter, then you don’t have an energy efficient home.
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Sustainable home design takes many forms and how far along or in which direction you want to go through this journey is entirely up to you.
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We are certified in Passive House design standards, the European certification scheme for best-practice energy efficient, comfortable homes.
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We are very excited that Better Homes & Gardens has featured our Kallista Passivhaus Project.
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Maxa Design are proud to announce that we have formally been appointed the role of Design Review Committee (DRC) for the Mullum Creek Estate.
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We are thrilled to announce that we were awarded ‘Building Design of the Year 2020’ for our Donvale Passive House project at the recent Design Matters Awards 2020.
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We are very excited to announce that we were awarded a commendation for our Heathmont Passive House project (project cost between $1M-$3M category) at the recent Design Matters Awards 2019.
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Great news, our Kallista project received two commendations in the categories of 'Best Energy Efficient Design' and 'Best Use of Steel' at the recent 2018 BDAV Awards.
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Great news is that the good folk at Corrben Homes have received a Master Builders Association of Victoria award for excellence in construction for our Mitcham project!
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