location:

the ecovillage at currumbin
currumbin valley, gold coast, qldproject:3 bed 2 bath house with mezzanine office design strategy:

sited in clearing on a steep site. maximising connection to near forest views and distant ridgeline views.ceiling/roofline matched to height of adjacent tree canopy.

views & winter sun to bathrooms

design specifics:

passive solar design including stepped roof providing winter sun to master bedroom suitethermal mass screed floors

extensive natural light
natural cross ventilation + fans self contained rainwater system recycled timber components solar hot water
grid connected photovoltaics low VOC finishes
efficient Dark Sky lighting

Photographer: Shantanu Starick, www.shantanustarick.com/home

Builder: Newbreeze Homes