You have reached an archive of the NZGBC legacy website. Logging in on this site is permanently disabled.
Please visit our new website, which is now live at nzgbc.org.nz.

Homestar stories


10 Homestar

Crathie Place

Architect, Homestar Assessor and Homeowner Nathan Edmondston had green intentions from the outset when he purchased a plot of land in Nelson with his partner Yuki Fukuda. Dedication and resilience has seen the couple achieve a new gold industry standard for sustainable building in Aotearoa, recently being awarded the country’s first 10 Homestar Built Rating under the new version 5 for their Nelson home

See more

7 Homestar

Bowenvale House

For Christchurch designer Karen Manson living in her 7 Homestar rated house has been a test case in sustainability.

Designing, building and benchmarking her own super-insulated, eco-friendly family home has demonstrated what can be achieved and how.

See more

9 Homestar

Westmorland House

When Mark and Elizabeth Browne bought a section in the hills above Christchurch their number one aspiration was creating a comfortable and healthy home for their young family.

See more

7 Homestar

Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust - Brougham Street

Attractive social housing encouraging environmentally sustainable and economic lives is at the heart of Ōtautahi Community Housing Trust’s operation. The 7 Homestar rated Brougham Street development in central Christchurch showcases its aspirations in action.

See more

9 Homestar Built Rating

Ashforth-Nielsen House

When Mark Ashforth and his wife Megan Nielsen moved back to Aotearoa from America five years ago they wanted to build a family home which nurtured its occupants and the environment.

Recently awarded a 9 Homestar rating, the couple’s home showcases their care for the planet and best practice performance.

See more