Design and Build Solutions for Energy Efficient and Passive House
Valhalla Living
Valhalla Living design and build Energy Efficient and Passive houses as well as design and build new houses plus renovate existing houses.
Valhalla Living serves the greater Taupo region. As an independent builder, the company offers a comprehensive “plan to completion” service which includes initial planning, design, implementation and project management.
Valhalla Living is proud of its experience, expertise and quality of workmanship. Kim is a licensed building practitioner and a member of the Certified Builders of New Zealand Association.
Our Services
ENERGY EFFICIENT HOUSES
People often regard energy efficiency as simply utilising solar panels, or installing double glazing to reduce their power bills. Or reducing their power bill further by switching off unnecessary lighting and electronics.
PASSIVE HOUSES
The strategy of a passive house is to re-use ‘free” heat to heat the home. “Free” heat is defined as heat given off by sources such as appliances, lighting, cooking, body heat etc.
GENERAL BUILDING
Residential (Traditional New Build)
Renovations, refurbishment, additions and alterations
Light commercial
HEAT RECOVERY VENTILATION SYSTEMS
Fresh air inside our homes is particularly important for our health, well-being and comfort. A constant supply of fresh air is vital - especially in spaces that we spend more than 70% of our time.
WINDOW AND DOOR SYSTEMS
If you have a particular style in mind, you value natural products and you are looking to create a cosy atmosphere, then Valhalla Living recommends Megrame timber windows and doors.
BLOWER DOOR TESTING
Anyone thinking of buying a house or building should consider having a blower door test performed. It will help determine the cost of future energy bills.
Video Library
Our videos include passive house technology, criteria and construction.
What are the primary advantages of passive houses?
Extremely low energy use
90-95% less heating and cooling energy use (max 10W/sqm). This means that a 100sqm house can be heated with ten light bulbs.
About Us
Valhalla Living Ltd was established in Taupo, New Zealand in 2007 by builder, carpenter and joiner Kim Feldborg.
Kim started his career in Denmark as an apprentice carpenter in 1979.
Having completed his apprenticeship he began working in Greenland building timber-framed houses. His work experience has also taken him to Norway, Germany and England.