NZ homes are notorious for being cold and damp. Here are 4 ways to make yours feel warmer this winter
- Written by John Tookey, Professor of Construction Management, Auckland University of Technology
New Zealand has just been hit by the first big cold snap of 2025 and, like every year, many New Zealanders will be reaching for an extra jumper, slippers and maybe a blanket to try and keep warm.
New Zealand’s housing stock has long been criticised for being damp, cold and ill-suited to the climate.
In the 2018 Census, households were asked...
