Green Home

Energy Efficient Homes

Energy Efficient Homes

Instep Constructions is dedicated to innovative design and construction. We are experienced in designing quality homes using energy efficient ideas that will help to both retain and increase their value in the future. Our special design features include using natural elements to the greatest advantage, while still creating attractive and functional homes to suit your need both now and in the future.”

Energy efficient home tips

Orientation

Living areas and rooms you spend lots of time in should be north-facing to catch sun and light for the longest part of the day.
Bedrooms should be positioned on the southern side so they are cooler and more pleasant to sleep in at night.

Eaves

Eaves over north-facing windows can keep unwanted sun out in summer and let the sun’s warmth in during winter.

Living areas

Although open plan designs are popular, they can be difficult and expensive to heat and cool, and can be quite noisy. So make living areas more enclosed to keep heating and cooling costs down.
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home renovation

Renovations

Project

Love where you live, but it is no longer the “perfect fit” it was when you first moved in? The normal cycle of life brings changes that impact upon the comfort and practicalities of modern day living. Before you put the “For Sale” sign at your front gate, explore your options.

You might just be surprised at what you can do…..

Planning

A good job starts with the right plan. Watch your ideas come to life in our concept drawings, with final plans drafted incorporating modern building techniques and materials that dovetail your new home extension with your existing structure in just the right way to add real value to your home.