Chapter 2
        Auckland's climate is charecterized as an oceanic climate (sub-tropical, warm humid summers and mild damp winters); also noting the fact that Auckland is located in the Southern Hemisphere, different methods and strategies can be used to reduce energy consumption for heating, cooling, ventilation and illumination of the building. 
        Having in mind all strategies, some were used already by architects and settlers of Auckland through out the history; using earth and timber due to thier heat capacity, use of tight plan design, well designed overhangs, stone foundations due to moisture, pitched roofs, South facade bigger openings and etc.
        Other methods that can be implemented in the design of a building for reducing energy consumption in Auckland are listed as followed: