Building Design Blog

Double-Glazing: The Energy-Saving Upgrade Australia’s Missing Out On

Double-glazed windows offer superior insulation, lower energy bills, and quieter homes—but why aren’t they common in Australia? Paul joins ABC South East to unpack the benefits, barriers, and future of double-glazing. Learn more and explore your options with PdD.

Finding the Right Balance: Energy Efficiency vs. Construction Costs

An overview of the NatHERS star rating system's effectiveness, the potential impact of construction policy and practices.

Turning your Design Plans into (Virtual) Reality

PdD is rethinking how we convey our designs to clients. Our goal? To make the whole process more interactive and fun!

Supercharged: What’s Next for Solar Power in Australia

Australian households are global leaders when it comes to rooftop solar, with an impressive 3.6 million homes already using solar. That’s more solar panels per person than anywhere else in the world, saving about $3 billion on energy bills each year! As the sunniest continent on the planet, we’ve got plenty of room to grow our solar capacity even further. The Climate Council of Australia has just released a report outlining plans to double our rooftop solar by the end of thi