A word from Colin Shears.

Director - CSA.

The issues associated with residentials revolve around achieving a balance of reasonable cooling/ heating outcome with least cost whilst still delivering BCA compliant energy star ratings.

Controls and zoning become critical.

Tight space allowances present a challenge needing detailed co-ordination of competing services eg hydraulics and ceilings.

Input to the thermal performance of the building fabric is vital at DA and CC stage.