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INTRODUCTION

Aim and objectives for the project

The trust that is awarded to those responsible for the design and construction
of our homes is something most do blindly. When purchasing a car for example,
the fuel economy and safety ratings are things which are easily understood
and communicated. But why is it with our homes, poor thermal performance
and questionable indoor air quality, are two things which many code compliant
homes are harbouring within.

The following research report plans
to unpack the reasoning behind why
condensation and mould accumulation of AUSTRALIAN
are such prevelant issues within code 40% HOMES
compliant homes in both Australia and EXPERIENCE MOULD GROWTH AND
New Zealand. MOISTURE ACCUMULATION

A multi-faceted approach to the
research was conducted involving a
review of existing literature to gain an
understanding of the industry stand-
point. This was combined with data
mining and interviewing, aiming to
validate the findings from the literature
review from an industry perspective as
well as understanding the occupant's
standpoint and behaviours.

Through combining the results, a
residential housing solution will be
developed to appeal to an Australian Figure 4. (Nath et al. 2020).
consumer market in the affordable
housing bracket, whilst also providing
suitable levels of thermal comfort and
indoor air quality which will address the
concerns of Sick Building Syndrome
Brendan Wilson
(SBS).