Sustainable building

Heat pumps: going gas-free in new build and renovation

The heat pump is the heart of gas-free building. How does it work, and what determines its efficienc…

Niko · 1 min · 16 aug 2026

Bio-based building: why timber, hemp and flax are on the rise

Bio-based materials store CO₂ and are often easy to reuse. What makes timber, hemp and flax attracti…

Niko · 1 min · 7 aug 2026

From EPC to BENG: what energy-performance rules mean for your design

BENG sets requirements for energy demand, primary fossil energy use and the share of renewable energ…

Niko · 1 min · 4 aug 2026

Circular building: from material passport to reusing concrete

Circular building aims to keep raw materials in the loop as long as possible. What do reversibility,…

Niko · 1 min · 23 jul 2026