In his latest column, architect and DIT lecturer Simon McGuinness says that careful planning and attention to detail is essential for timber frame party walls to properly prevent the spread of fire.
Friday, 16 February 2018 12:14

What exactly is an nZEB anyway?

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Unclear definitions for nearly zero energy buildings are confusing the building industry and distracting from delivering better buildings, says architect and DIT lecturer Simon McGuinness.

In the second instalment of this column, architect and DIT lecturer Simon McGuinness outlines the key priorities for the industry to learn in order to deliver successful ultra low energy buildings in 2017 and beyond.

Monday, 19 December 2016 11:37

How to prevent condensation & mould

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In this first instalment of his brand new ‘Help Desk’ feature, architect and passive house designer Simon McGuinness of Dublin Institute of Technology invites questions on all aspects of passive house, retrofit and low energy building.