86 | Platinum Homes Auckland South T T Karen Phelps Showcasing ‘the future of housing’ Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) and floor slab with superior insulation are key factors in the high performance show home. BUILDING Platinum Homes Auckland South’s new high performance show home in Paerata Rise will showcase “the future of housing”, says Platinum Homes Auckland South franchise sales manager, Murray Taylor. “High Performance Homes are created by using specific design and construction methods which utilise seven key principals of high performance building to create a superior indoor living environment for its occupants,” he says. Is it not just one product but the combination of products and how they integrate into the total design that will result in the home’s high performance, says Murray. One key component is structural insulated panels (SIPs), which are used to construct the walls and roof of the home, creating a building envelope with superior insulation and air tightness. The panels are supplied by Formance, which pre-designs and constructs SIPs at its Christchurch based factory then delivers to the site where they can be assembled using crane technology. Other key products include floor slab with superior insulation, thermally broken uPVC windows with low e glass from Starke and a Stiebel Eltron high performing ventilation system. Combined with design features such as high ceilings including raked ceiling in the living area and designer kitchen, the result will be a stand out home. “The quality of living inside the home will be exceptional,” says Murray. “It’s very air tight so will work well for those who have allergies for example and will have low energy operating requirements with small temperature variations inside the home no matter what the weather. There are features you can sense so it’s a show home where you can literally feel the difference.” The show home will be launched mid to late May and will complement Platinum Homes’ new range, High Performance Homes by Platinum. “Our new high performance homes are designed for efficiency, a smaller carbon footprint, and the ultimate in comfort. We’re making a distinct decision to go down this track because the future of building will change, and Platinum Homes aims to be at the forefront.” It’s just one aspect of the Platinum Homes offering and Murray says that Platinum Homes Auckland South focuses on a range of building methods, including traditional. It has a number of house and land packages currently available in the region including in the popular and growing Paerata Rise. Spread over 300 hectares, the Paerata Rise community is a planned development, accommodating up to 4500 new homes and approximately 10,000 residents. Its strategic location, a mere five minutes’ drive from Pukekohe town centre, offers easy access to a range of amenities, including boutique shopping, cafes, an art gallery, medical services, a cinema, a library, and efficient transport links to central Auckland. Murray says the community is designed to foster a strong sense of belonging, featuring green spaces, cycle paths, walkways, five hectares of neighbourhood reserves, schools, a retail precinct, and a transport hub complete with a railway station. “It’s certainly not just another subdivision,” says Murray. “It’s a community offering the best of both rural and urban living for families and empty nesters alike. The houses have unique designs resulting in an interesting and exciting environment.” Platinum Homes Auckland South also has house and land packages available in Pukekohe, Clevedon, Waiuku and Glenbrook. A 10-year Master Build Guarantee backs every home built by Platinum Homes and in addition all homes are insured by a construction works policy underwritten by Lloyd’s during the construction period. Murray says this gives customers ultimate peace of mind combined with Platinum Homes’ customer-centric approach to building, ensuring that each home is tailored to the unique needs and preferences of the homeowner. Kitchens that feel good hk.net.nz PH (09) 299 6213 or (09)296 9954 or visit: www.pascoe.co.nz Proud to support Pla�num Homes Auckland South With over 25 years experience we can provide your complete site prepara�on package There’s no job too big or small, call us to discuss your requirements
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