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Preston, Australia
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Californian Bungalow
Preston, Australia
This new family home, nestled in inner-city Melbourne, is a brilliant reinterpretation of a Californian Bungalow that embraces energy efficiency. It melds two distinct architectural styles: the relaxed and generous vibe of a timber-clad building with the compactness of an energy-efficient design.
Passive solar design principles were applied rigorously: zoning, layout, planning, building form, material selection, solar control, cross ventilation and details that reduce thermal bridging. All habitable rooms face north, and storage and utility areas face south. The footprint is smaller than that of similar homes.
The materials were chosen for optimum thermal performance and low embodied energy where possible: timber trusses instead of structural steel, recycled brick, FSC-certified timbers, double and triple-glazed windows and insulated hatches. As a result, the home achieves a rating of 7.4 stars.
The roof is laid out for an 8.7kw Solar PV System, and 11,200l of rainwater is connected to the garden, WC, laundry, shower and all vanities. Hot water and hydronic underfloor heating rely on heat pumps, there is no gas.
The building is modest but a simple twist in plan, roof overhangs and expressive sunshading give it a generosity like that of a Californian Bungalow.
Passive solar design principles were applied rigorously: zoning, layout, planning, building form, material selection, solar control, cross ventilation and details that reduce thermal bridging. All habitable rooms face north, and storage and utility areas face south. The footprint is smaller than that of similar homes.
The materials were chosen for optimum thermal performance and low embodied energy where possible: timber trusses instead of structural steel, recycled brick, FSC-certified timbers, double and triple-glazed windows and insulated hatches. As a result, the home achieves a rating of 7.4 stars.
The roof is laid out for an 8.7kw Solar PV System, and 11,200l of rainwater is connected to the garden, WC, laundry, shower and all vanities. Hot water and hydronic underfloor heating rely on heat pumps, there is no gas.
The building is modest but a simple twist in plan, roof overhangs and expressive sunshading give it a generosity like that of a Californian Bungalow.
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