PHINZ Webinar A Shading & Overheating Masterclass

Designing buildings that stay cool, comfortable, and resilient Overheating is no longer a future risk — it’s a growing, present-day problem in New Zealand buildings. As buildings become more airtight and summers grow hotter, many current design approaches, assessment tools, and regulatory settings are struggling to keep pace. In the absence of clear overheating controls in NZ regulations, designers are increasingly exposed to performance risk, occupant discomfort, and an increased level of overheating complaints. This PHINZ Shading & Overheating Masterclass brings together building science, Passivhaus design experience, and real-world specification insight to explore what actually works when it comes to keeping buildings cool.