07/10/2026
The 5 main drivers of a 7-star energy rating 🏡
Building in our region means designing for some pretty serious temperature swings, from hot summer days to freezing winter mornings.
The good news? Good energy performance doesn’t necessarily mean adding expensive extras.
A lot of it comes down to getting the fundamentals right from the beginning:
🧭 Orientation — making the most of the sun throughout the year.
🪟 Glazing & windows — helping control heat loss and unwanted solar heat gain.
🧱 Insulation — reducing heat transfer and helping maintain a more consistent indoor temperature.
☀️ Eaves, shading & air sealing — keeping unwanted heat and cold out while helping conditioned air stay where it belongs.
🪵 Thermal mass — using materials such as concrete to absorb and release heat over time.
And importantly, how these elements work together with your specific block and floorplan matters.
Building new is an opportunity to think about how your home will perform before the first brick is laid.
If you’re planning to build in North East Victoria and want to understand how your home could work with your block, our team can help you explore your options.
📍 Wodonga | Wangaratta | North East Victoria | Alpine Region
