Photos: SuppliedA high-end Queenstown home on the market is distinctive for both its character and thermal efficiency. Built in Hawthorn Estates, in Dalefield, by Dowling Construction & Development (DCD), it’s been owner Dennis Dowling’s family home since 2015 while also serving as a showhome. eco4.jpeg The house has been in owner Dennis Dowling’s family home since 2015 while also serving as a showhome. It’s expected the NZ Green Building Council Homestar rating – currently being assessed – will come in at a Queenstown-high eight out of 10. Numaguchi says Dowling’s currently building thermal-efficient homes using different materials like Nudura-insulated concrete panels, structural insulated panels and timber framing with membranes.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 17, 2019 19:55 UTC