Ambiance updates and education

Peter Wolfkamp discusses Ambiance by STÄRKE uPVC SmartSlide Sliding Doors

In this video, we explain how SmartSlide technology delivers effortless, soft-close operation, exceptional airtight sealing for better warmth and noise reduction, and advanced multi-point locking for outstanding security. Unlike conventional sliding doors with a single lock point, SmartSlide doors seal tightly around the entire frame, creating a quieter, safer, and

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Modernising a 1910 villa: a uPVC retrofit story

Can you maintain the heritage charm of a 1910 villa while achieving modern thermal performance? In this video, Rohil shares why his family chose uPVC windows over aluminum or timber for their home renovation. Living on a busy main road, noise reduction was a top priority for their young daughter’s

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NZ homes are getting hotter: How to design out overheating

Download the pdf guide here: AMBIANCE Overheating Guide.pdf Reduce house overheating at the source With indoor summer temperatures rising over the past 20 years, comfort, health and lower energy bills are strongly influenced by better envelope design. Openings are the most important element to get right, with orientation, glazing, frames

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Meet our brand ambassador: Peter Wolfkamp

We’re proud to introduce Peter Wolfkamp, New Zealand’s Resident Builder, as a brand ambassador for Ambiance by STÄRKE. Since early 2025, Peter has been part of the Ambiance family, and it’s a partnership that feels like a natural fit. Peter has spent decades championing better building practices and helping everyday

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