More and more builders and homeowners are recognising the advantages of energy-efficient, high-performing and disaster-resistant homes built using insulated concrete forms (ICFs) like Eco-Block. But one of the biggest myths in the construction industry is around the cost concerns building with concrete. However, in our experience, material selection evaluation needs to take into account both…
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Insulated concrete forms – or ICF’s – are a versatile and environmentally friendly construction material that can be used for residential and commercial properties. This innovative concrete wall system offers many advantages including the ability to self-regulate interior building temperatures, dramatically lower energy costs, and significantly reduce sound pollution. In this blog post we take…
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When our client Patrizia set about building her ECO Block home, she didn’t anticipate just how much interest it would attract in her humble little suburb of Concord, 10km west of the Sydney CBD. Patrizia describes the project as being very exciting to witness as it came together, providing a unique spectacle in the city…
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Residential new home. The residential home was designed and built for our client. The owners wanted to create a well-insulated home for the Canberra climate, low to maintain, multi-generational and exceptionally comfortable. To achieve their goals, they needed to find an external wall solution that performed or exceeded current types. The clients researched and found…
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