Sustainable House Day is an event from Renew that provides the opportunity to explore some of Australia’s most inspiring homes, and learn from the people who designed them, built them, and live in them.

Following a day of open-home tours around the country on 21st April 2024, a month of Extension Sessions offer a deep dive into a range of sustainability topics. Australia's best architects, designers, tradespeople and experts will offer guidance, and homeowners will offer first hand experience. If you're considering a sustainable build or renovation, this series is for you, with lots of time for Q&A.

You can book for this session independently, or grab an Extension Session Pass to attend the whole series at a discounted price. Members of Renew receive a further discount on Extension Session passes. Feel free to take out a membership or subscription to Renew or Sanctuary magazine before you book to access the discount!

Session 4: Getting glazing right: All about windows 

One of our most popular sessions returns! We'll dive into detail covering everything you need to know about windows, which is often one of the most expensive items of a build or renovation, and one of the most critical things to get right. You’ll learn key considerations to make when selecting the right windows, to optimise the liveability of your home as well as maximising thermal comfort.

An expert panel of leading sustainable architects and designers will offer guidance and advice, with plenty of time for questions.

Please note that this session will be recorded and sent out to registered participants.

Featuring:

Russell Harris, Technical Manager, Australian Glass and Window Association (AGWA)

Russell Harris is the Technical Manager at Australian Glass and Window Association (AGWA). With over 20 years industry experience, Russell has a thorough understanding of fenestration, including compliance, product design, development, and testing. Russell’s background in R&D means he is familiar with many of the emerging technologies, innovations and market influences that are likely to impact the industry in the future. Russel is noteworthy leader in the technical space, and an active contributor to the ongoing development of the regulatory framework affecting the window industry.

Harley Truong, Director, Logikhaus Pty Ltd

Harley Truong has qualifications in engineering, science and is a certified Passive House consultant. He has worked as an energy efficiency consultant for residential and commercial projects. Harley is a Director of Logikhaus, a supplier of passive house windows. Over the last six years, the company has contributed products, services and expertise to hundreds of high performance houses. Harley is involved in the selection, detailing and servicing of windows so with the unique blend of theoretical and hands on experience, he has many insights into the world of fenestration.

Mitch Hartley, Business Development Manager, Miglas

Mitch Hartley is a Business Development Manager for Miglas - established leaders in high performance windows. Miglas provide the highest quality Australian-made and designed double glazed windows and doors. Miglas combines the advantages of both timber and aluminium windows to create a low maintenance, energy-efficient, and thermally stable window and door system.

Hosted by:

Lori Dalton, Renew

Lori Dalton has worked for Renew for over three years, where she stives to help others achieve their sustainability goals. Previously she has worked for an energy retailer and on Safety and Environment Management Plans for the Department of Transport. She enjoys unpacking the complexities of our world and our energy transition, and reaching for a safe future.

Tickets

You can purchase a ticket to this event individually, or consider an Extension Session Pass, giving you access to all of our Extension Sessions at a discounted price.
Sustainable House Day is an event by Renew. Members of Renew can access a discounted Extension Session Pass.
You will receive the link to attend the session the day before the event.
This session will take place on Zoom. If you need to download Zoom, you can do so here.
We have a limited number of free tickets available for those experiencing financial difficulty. As these tickets are limited, please select them if you would otherwise be unable to attend.

Our sponsors

Sustainable House Day wouldn't be possible without our amazing sponsors, we are so grateful for their support. Gold Sponsors: NSW Architects Registration Board. Silver Sponsors: Bank Australia, Witchcliffe Ecovillage. Bronze Sponsors: Cargocylces, Envirotecture, and Light House Architecture and Science.

Pictured here is Not a Hero House, a SHD2019 featured house.