app02 Sat, 07 Nov 2026 18:08:05 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Pro Clima Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “High Performance Building” https://proclimanz.fireside.fm/tags/high-performance%20building Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:30:00 +1300 Welcome to the pro clima Podcast, where we're dedicated to fostering better building practices in New Zealand. Our mission is to inspire and educate people to create healthy, durable and energy-efficient buildings to live, learn, work and play in — now, and for generations to come. Throughout this podcast series, we will talk to architects, builders and homeowners delving into various aspects of building design, construction techniques, and sustainable living. Here's what you can expect from our episodes: Expert Interviews / Case Studies / Homeowner Perspectives / Emerging Trends and Technologies / Audience Engagement By bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise, we hope to empower our audience with the knowledge and inspiration needed to create buildings that not only meet our immediate needs but also contribute to a healthier, more resilient future for all. Join us on this journey towards better building practices in New Zealand. en-us episodic Podcast by Pro Clima New Zealand Pro Clima NZ Ltd Welcome to the pro clima Podcast, where we're dedicated to fostering better building practices in New Zealand. Our mission is to inspire and educate people to create healthy, durable and energy-efficient buildings to live, learn, work and play in — now, and for generations to come. Throughout this podcast series, we will talk to architects, builders and homeowners delving into various aspects of building design, construction techniques, and sustainable living. Here's what you can expect from our episodes: Expert Interviews / Case Studies / Homeowner Perspectives / Emerging Trends and Technologies / Audience Engagement By bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise, we hope to empower our audience with the knowledge and inspiration needed to create buildings that not only meet our immediate needs but also contribute to a healthier, more resilient future for all. Join us on this journey towards better building practices in New Zealand. no pro clima, pro, clima, proclima, pro clima podcast, proclima podcast, proclimapodcast Pro Clima NZ Ltd podcast@proclima.co.nz Episode 43: Rethinking How We Design and Build Homes https://proclimanz.fireside.fm/43-podcast-jessica-winter 618c12f9-14e6-4663-8c7f-4f73c20353aa Wed, 04 Nov 2026 10:30:00 +1300 Pro Clima NZ Ltd full Pro Clima NZ Ltd In this episode, Jessica Winter shares her expertise in Passive House design, sustainable construction, and building science. 34:32 no <p>Jessica and Simon discuss how thoughtful design, natural materials, and high-performance technologies can create healthier, more energy-efficient homes. Jessica also discusses the challenges of retrofitting existing buildings, the importance of moisture management and ventilation, and why New Zealand needs stronger building standards to improve building performance.</p><p>Special Guest: Jessica Winter.</p> retrofit, passive house, high-performance building, natural materials, building performance, building standards, energy-efficient homes, renovations, design, healthier homes, Jessica and Simon discuss how thoughtful design, natural materials, and high-performance technologies can create healthier, more energy-efficient homes. Jessica also discusses the challenges of retrofitting existing buildings, the importance of moisture management and ventilation, and why New Zealand needs stronger building standards to improve building performance.

Special Guest: Jessica Winter.

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Special Guest: Jessica Winter.

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]]> Episode 12: Vlada Acimovic https://proclimanz.fireside.fm/12-podcast-vlada-acimovic 5ade0691-a8d9-464e-b531-9348823a8511 Fri, 04 Oct 2024 09:30:00 +1300 Pro Clima NZ Ltd full 1 Pro Clima NZ Ltd Vlada Acimovic and Simon Cator are discussing Passive House design, its advantages, and misconceptions about its principles. 27:25 no <p>In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, Simon and Vlada delve into Vlada’s career as a European-trained architect and Certified Passive House Designer. Vlada, now based in Auckland, is passionate about promoting Passive House design in New Zealand. Vlada has completed multiple certified Passive House projects, as well as many other high-performance building projects throughout NZ.</p> <p>During the discussion, he shares some of the main challenges he faces, particularly misconceptions around the cost of Passive House design. He highlights the need to educate clients and consultants on the numerous benefits of Passive House design, while addressing common misconceptions, such as the belief that Passive Houses are prohibitively expensive or that windows can't be opened.</p> <p>Simon and Vlada also touch on the future of Smart Home Technology integration with Passive House design. Vlada sees great potential in using smart controls—like external shutters and roll blinds—to manage solar gains and air temperature, improving both performance and comfort in Passive Houses.</p> <p>Throughout the podcast, Vlada emphasizes the critical balance between theoretical knowledge and practical application in house design, stressing the importance of education and raising industry standards in construction.</p> <p><em>“It's easy to explain why Passive House is champion, because we know that it's arguably the highest possible standard in energy efficiency.”</em></p><p>Special Guest: Vlada Acimovic.</p> passive house, architecture, building, construction new zealand, construction education, high performance building, construction industry standards, energy efficiency, building performance In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, Simon and Vlada delve into Vlada’s career as a European-trained architect and Certified Passive House Designer. Vlada, now based in Auckland, is passionate about promoting Passive House design in New Zealand. Vlada has completed multiple certified Passive House projects, as well as many other high-performance building projects throughout NZ.

During the discussion, he shares some of the main challenges he faces, particularly misconceptions around the cost of Passive House design. He highlights the need to educate clients and consultants on the numerous benefits of Passive House design, while addressing common misconceptions, such as the belief that Passive Houses are prohibitively expensive or that windows can't be opened.

Simon and Vlada also touch on the future of Smart Home Technology integration with Passive House design. Vlada sees great potential in using smart controls—like external shutters and roll blinds—to manage solar gains and air temperature, improving both performance and comfort in Passive Houses.

Throughout the podcast, Vlada emphasizes the critical balance between theoretical knowledge and practical application in house design, stressing the importance of education and raising industry standards in construction.

“It's easy to explain why Passive House is champion, because we know that it's arguably the highest possible standard in energy efficiency.”

Special Guest: Vlada Acimovic.

]]> In this episode of the pro clima Podcast, Simon and Vlada delve into Vlada’s career as a European-trained architect and Certified Passive House Designer. Vlada, now based in Auckland, is passionate about promoting Passive House design in New Zealand. Vlada has completed multiple certified Passive House projects, as well as many other high-performance building projects throughout NZ.

During the discussion, he shares some of the main challenges he faces, particularly misconceptions around the cost of Passive House design. He highlights the need to educate clients and consultants on the numerous benefits of Passive House design, while addressing common misconceptions, such as the belief that Passive Houses are prohibitively expensive or that windows can't be opened.

Simon and Vlada also touch on the future of Smart Home Technology integration with Passive House design. Vlada sees great potential in using smart controls—like external shutters and roll blinds—to manage solar gains and air temperature, improving both performance and comfort in Passive Houses.

Throughout the podcast, Vlada emphasizes the critical balance between theoretical knowledge and practical application in house design, stressing the importance of education and raising industry standards in construction.

“It's easy to explain why Passive House is champion, because we know that it's arguably the highest possible standard in energy efficiency.”

Special Guest: Vlada Acimovic.

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