Online CPD Masterclass with James Hardie

NATHERS 7-STAR COMPLIANCE: Principles & Practices for Energy-Efficient Homes

Overview
Join us for a formal CPD session presented by Nikitas Smirnios from our Major Partner James Hardie, exploring practical strategies to achieve NATHERS 7-star compliance in residential design.

This session will provide a comprehensive look at how passive design principles — including orientation, shading, insulation, and ventilation — can be effectively applied to enhance thermal performance, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort while meeting national regulatory standards.

Nikitas will also demonstrate how design choices such as window placement, wall construction, and material selection impact overall energy outcomes across Australia’s diverse climate zones.

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this session, participants will:
– Understand the NatHERS 7-star rating system, including its regulatory framework, compliance pathways, and performance benchmarks for residential buildings.
– Identify and apply core passive design principles — orientation, shading, insulation, thermal mass, and natural ventilation — to optimise building performance.
– Evaluate how design decisions such as window placement, wall type, and colour reflectivity influence thermal comfort and efficiency in different climate zones.
– Incorporate climate-responsive design strategies aligned with Australia’s eight NatHERS climate zones to deliver sustainable, energy-efficient homes.