# Chatterton Homes

> Chatterton Homes is a Canterbury-based specialist in high-performance residential construction. Since 1998, we've helped families build healthier, warmer and more energy-efficient homes using proven building science, Passive House principles and Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs). Whether you're building a custom architectural home or selecting from our high-performance plan range, our focus is always on creating homes that deliver lasting comfort, exceptional performance and lower running costs.


## Pages

- [Structural Insulated Panels](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/structural-insulated-panels/)
- [Thank You](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/upcoming-events/thank-you/)
- [Newsletter Thank You](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/newsletter-thank-you/)
- [Thank You](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/contact/thank-you/)
- [- Thank You](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/inspiration/thank-you-plans-page/)
- [- Thank You](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/energy-efficient-passive-house-specialists/thank-you/)
- [- Thank You](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/the-7-things-you-should-ask-before-signing-your-building-contract/thank-you/)
- [- Thank You](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/the-homeowners-guide-to-building-with-structural-insulated-panels/thank-you/)
- [- Thank You](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/structural-insulated-panels-service/thank-you/)
- [- Thank You](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/the-homeowners-guide-to-creating-an-energy-efficient-or-passive-home/thank-you/)
- [Structural Insulated Panels Guide](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/structural-insulated-panels-service/)
- [The Energy Efficient & Passive House Specialists](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/energy-efficient-passive-house-specialists/)
- [The Homeowners Guide to Building With Structural Insulated Panels](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/the-homeowners-guide-to-building-with-structural-insulated-panels/)
- [The 7 Things You Should Ask BEFORE Signing Your Building Contract](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/the-7-things-you-should-ask-before-signing-your-building-contract/)
- [The Homeowners Guide to Creating an Energy Efficient or Passive Home](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/the-homeowners-guide-to-creating-an-energy-efficient-or-passive-home/)
- [Videos](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/videos/)
- [Passive House Principles](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/passive-house-principles/)
- [About Structural Insulated Panels](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/about-sips/)
- [Free Guides](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/free-guides/)
- [Blog](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/blog/)
- [Energy Efficient Building](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/energy-efficient-building/)
- [About](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/about/)
- [Testimonials](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/testimonials/)
- [Open Homes, Mid Builds and Events](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/upcoming-events/)
- [Services](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/services/)
- [Design & Build](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/services/design-build/)
- [Performance Testing](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/services/performance-testing/)
- [SIPs Pre-Assembly & Install](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/services/sips-pre-assembly-install/)
- [Gallery Showcase](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/gallery-showcase/)
- [Plan Range](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/services/plan-range/)
- [Inspiration](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/inspiration/)
- [Contact](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/contact/)
- [Login Customizer](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/login-customizer/)
- [Terms Privacy Policy](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/terms-privacy-policy/)
- [Home](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/)


## Posts

- [Three Principles for a Healthy, Durable Home](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/three-principles-for-a-healthy-durable-home/)
- [Understanding R-Values and U-Values](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/understanding-r-values-and-u-values/)
- [Price to Value: What Really Determines Your Build Cost](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/price-to-value-what-really-determines-your-build-cost/)
- [Why Even, Comfortable Temperatures Matter in Your Home](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/why-even-comfortable-temperatures-matter-in-your-home/)
- [The Value of High-Performance Windows in South Island Homes](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/the-value-of-high-performance-windows-in-south-island-homes/)
- [High-Performance Homes & Humidity](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/high-performance-homes-humidity/)
- [SIPs: Faster, Smarter… and Cheaper Than Timber](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/sips-faster-smarter-and-cheaper-than-timber/)
- [Don’t Just Ask for the Price……Meet Potential Builders First!](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/dont-just-ask-for-the-pricemeet-potential-builders-first/)
- [Flexible Build Options for Comfort, Health, and Savings](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/flexible-build-options-for-comfort-health-and-savings/)
- [Three Biggest Design Regrets](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/three-biggest-design-regrets/)
- [Stay Overnight in a High Performance Bed & Breakfast!](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/stay-overnight-in-a-high-performance-bed-breakfast/)
- [Practical Findings After 5 Years in a High Performance Home](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/practical-findings-after-5-years-in-a-passive-house/)
- [Energy Demand, Costs & Other Benefits of a High Performance Home](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/energy-demand-costs-other-benefits-of-a-passive-house/)
- [5 Years in a High Performance Home - Does it Walk the Talk?](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/5-years-in-a-passive-house-does-it-walk-the-talk/)
- [Reducing the Risk of Mould with Passive House Design](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/reducing-the-risk-of-mould-with-passive-house-design/)
- [The First 6 Months in Our Passive House](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/the-first-6-months-in-our-passive-house/)
- [Form Factor Explained: Boosting Energy Efficiency and Reducing Costs](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/form-factor-explained-boosting-energy-efficiency-and-reducing-costs/)
- [Thermal Performance: The Value of Knowledge at the Design Stage](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/thermal-performance-the-value-of-knowledge-at-the-design-stage/)
- [Why Air Leaks Matter: Heat Loss, Damp, and Poor Air](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/combatting-convective-heat-loss-from-your-home/)
- [Can I Afford a Passive House or an Energy Efficient Home?](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/can-i-afford-a-passive-house-or-an-energy-efficient-home/)
- [Strategies to Offset the Cost of a High Performing Build](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/strategies-to-offset-the-cost-of-a-high-performing-build/)
- [How Does Homestar Fit Into the High Performance Picture?](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/how-does-homestar-fit-into-the-high-performance-picture/)
- [More Than Energy Savings: The Real Benefits of Passive House!](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/more-than-energy-savings-the-real-benefits-of-passive-house/)
- [Common FAQs on MHRV (Mechanical Heat Recovery Ventilation)](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/common-faqs-on-mhrv-mechanical-heat-recovery-ventilation/)
- [Establishing Priorities: The First Step in Your Design Build Journey](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/establishing-priorities-the-first-step-in-your-design-build-journey/)
- [BRANZ & Building Beyond Code Minimums (2020)](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/branz-building-beyond-code-minimums-2020/)
- [Smart Strategies to Ensure Your Custom Design Home Stays Within Budget](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/smart-strategies-to-ensure-your-custom-design-home-stays-within-budget/)
- [Buying a Section – Tips & Considerations – Part 1](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/buying-a-section-tips-considerations-part-1/)
- [Buying a Section – Tips & Considerations – Part 2](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/buying-a-section-tips-considerations-part-2/)
- [The Importance of Air Tightness](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/the-importance-of-air-tightness/)
- [A Tricky Balance - Ventilation | Thermal Comfort | Cost](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/optimizing-ventilation-without-sacrificing-thermal-comfort/)
- [The Right to Healthy Indoor Air: Ventilation Considerations](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/the-right-to-healthy-indoor-air-ventilation-considerations/)
- [The Low Down: Mechanical Heat Recovery Ventilation (MHRV)](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/the-low-down-mechanical-heat-recovery-ventilation-mhrv/)
- [Know the Difference: What is The Purpose of Your Ventilation System?](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/know-the-difference-why-ppv-is-not-the-same-as-mhrv-ventilation/)
- [2030 – MBIE’s framework for Future Housing – Are You Ready?](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/2030-mbies-framework-for-future-housing-are-you-ready/)
- [How Buildings Can Help Fight Climate Change: A Must-Watch Video](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/how-buildings-can-help-fight-climate-change-a-must-watch-video/)
- [Myth Busting - Do SIPs Off-Gas?](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/myth-busting-do-sips-off-gas/)


## Portfolio

- [Cashmere, Christchurch - Passive Principles](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/cashmere/)
- [Cust](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/cust/)
- [Amberley - Fernside High Performance Plan](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/amberley-fernside-high-performance-plan/)
- [Lincoln](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/lincoln/)
- [Sumner](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/sumner/)
- [Harewood, Christchurch - Off the Plan](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/harewood-off-the-plan/)
- [Strowan](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/strowan/)
- [Barrytown](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/barrytown/)
- [Oxford Rural Off-Grid](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/oxford-rural-off-grid/)
- [Rangiora](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/rangiora-show-home/)
- [Fairlie - Rural](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/fairlie/)
- [Marama, Christchurch - Modern Comfort](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/marama/)
- [Halswell](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/halswell/)
- [Lincoln - Lifestyle](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/lincoln-2/)
- [Cust - Lifestyle](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/cust-lifestyle/)
- [Diamond Harbour](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/diamond-harbour/)
- [Bowenvale, Christchurch - Healthy Retirement](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/bowenvale/)
- [Lyttleton](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/lyttleton/)
- [East Rangiora - Modified Plan](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/east-rangiora/)
- [Clarkville](https://www.chattertonhomes.co.nz/portfolio/clarkville/)