Underfloor insulation

Thermal resistance below living areas.

Monitoring systems

Track energy use and comfort.

Moisture barrier

Membranes to block water ingress.

Modular construction

On-site assembly of prebuilt modules.

Material passport

Digital record of building materials.

Utility room

Designated space for washing and storage.

User interface

pps or displays to manage building systems.

Urban heat island

Higher urban temperatures due to materials.

U-value

Measure of heat flow through a material; lower = better.