44th ANZAScA Conference

Title The 44th Annual Conference of the ANZAScA
Subject On the Edge – Cross-Disciplinary and Intra-Disciplinary Connections in Architectural Science
Date | Host 24th – 26th November 2010 | Australian and New Zealand Architectural Science Association
Venue Unitec Campus Graduate School | Auckland | New Zealand

Indoor Air Quality and Health in New Zealand’s Traditional Homes

The submitted paper examines the indoor air pollution in relation to construction details, insulation level, ventilation and humidity. It also addresses moisture damages caused by damp housing. The specific influence of poor indoor air quality on health in general and possible risks of developing allergies in particular is identified.

Co-Author Dr. Paola Leardini
Department Architektur und Bauplanung
Institution University of Auckland | National Institute of Creative Arts and Industries