location:

the ecovillage at currumbin currumbin valley, gold coast, qld project:4 bed 2 bath house

design strategy:

living areas connect long views to north & to east hillsides with terrace beneath large existing tree to south of site. guest wing for extended family

design specifics:

optimum passive solar design
simple roof design (2 main roof planes) with exposed timber structure.simple finishes/cladding for economy
tall volumes for living/dining/kitchen/ terrace/deck increase sense of space. thermal mass blade walls between rooms extensive natural light
natural cross ventilation + fans
self contained rainwater system
recycled timber components
solar hot water
grid connected photovoltaicslow VOC finishes
efficient Dark Sky lighting

Photographer: Rob Norman

Builder: TrebyBuild www.trebybuild.com