We are proud to support Flexi House, and it was great to be onsite at their latest project in Waikanae in May. The discerning homeowners of this high performance build chose Ambiance uPVC windows by STÄRKE after doing their due diligence, including a factory tour, and we can promise that
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
In under 60 seconds, Peter Wolfkamp breaks down how Ambiance is reducing waste and rethinking the lifecycle of windows. From offcut recovery to fully recyclable uPVC frames, discover how we’re building homes that are not only warmer and quieter, but also kinder to the planet. Ambiance by STÄRKE, it’s not
Step behind the scenes with Peter Wolfkamp, Resident Builder, for an exclusive look inside the Ambiance by STÄRKE manufacturing facility in Auckland. It’s the engine room of New Zealand’s next generation of high-performance windows and doors! In this factory tour, Peter uncovers the cutting-edge machinery, smart processes, and passionate people
New Zealand’s diverse climate, ranging from the sunny North to the icy deep South, presents a huge durability challenge for most construction materials. When it comes to window frames, surviving in the face of varying temperatures, high humidity, and exposure to intense sunlight is paramount. In this context, uPVC (unplasticized
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
When it comes to H1 Compliance, by far the greater energy savings are possible from the worst performing elements. This seems obvious, right? Ok, answer me this then; if you could increase either your roof or your windows by R0.01, would it make a difference which one you chose? Most
This blog assumes you have a basic knowledge of how the code works; if you want a refresher, please read through our other blogs here. Also note that this blog covers H1/AS1 (Acceptable Solution). There are other methods of demonstrating H1 Compliance without using an acceptable solution, but these are
Updated 18th July 2022. Immediately after MBIE has published their outcome of the consultation to delay the proposed changes to H1/AS1 Version 5. Read their document HERE De-mystifying The Building Code Changes For Windows And Doors A direct, informal summary, using colloquial and easy to understand language, for everybody out there.
