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House Eumundi
BRIEF
This house is located outside of Eumundi Queensland, set within the foothills and was built as a residence for retirement. The house makes the most of the aspect and the views available and is straightforward in plan, predominantly on one level with an easy flow from inside to out. Good natural light and ventilation where of high priority for the clients. Future adaptability for aging/mobility issues along with overall sustainability were of utmost importance.
The clients from the start instructed that they did not like modern looking box structures, with a preference for a Queenslander style house, but wanted a modern feel along with sound sustainability integration.
RESOLUTION
The client desired a low impact-housing footprint and was achieved through close collaboration between client and architect. An existing slab on site was maintained as the house footprint (minimising demolition costs).
SUSTAINABLE FEATURES
Orientation, passive solar principals, natural ventilation, wide eaves, covered outdoor spaces, solar hot water, PV array and low energy appliances where integrated into this beautiful home. No air conditioning has been installed since completion and the clients have reported that they have found the house very comfortable to live in.
CREDITS
Architect: Gadke Architects
Builder: Peter Bidner
Engineer: Optimum Structures Consulting Engineers
