Opinion: Ben Caine writes for The Fifth Estate, March 8 2023

Some owners of new architect designed houses consider selling up to start again because they are so disappointed in the thermal performance and efficiency. “How can this situation arise, when there is so much building science knowledge available in the industry today?” Architect and sustainable housing specialist Ben Caine cautions homeowners about pitfalls to consider when they commission an architect or designer to deliver their new home or renovation.