Curved roofs echo the rounded forms of the weathered volcanic cones in the surrounding Central Highlands Region of Victoria.

Roofs are layered on the street front to provide highlight windows to the entrance hall, while on the West a lower roof over the living area is a continuous arc overlooking the entertainment deck and expansive views of the Wombat Forrest and Lake Daylesford.

High levels of comfort are achieved in this energy efficient house. Excellent thermal performance results from thermal mass provided by the split level slab, and both ceilings and external walls constructed with multiple layers of insulation. The double glazed windows are protected from Summer sun by slatted shades and a vine covered pergola.

Energy efficient contemporary cottage using light weight wall construction on a concrete slab giving thermal mass.

Super insulated walls with an insulation value of R6 and double glazed windows fitted with seals, give the house an excellent energy rating.

Based on traditional forms this elegant country house combines energy efficiency with the vernacular.

Using light weight wall construction clad with corrugated iron, weather boards and rendered brick planned on passive solar principles, the house is split over three levels, in response to the fall of the land.

Thermal mass is provided by concrete slab finished with stone. Windows are double glazed and fitted with seals.

A hydronic heating system utilizing the energy from the sun provides warmth in winter as well as domestic hot water.

You cant beat strawbale construction when it comes to super highly insulated walls. With an R value around 10, this is one of the best insulators. Thermal mass is provided by the concrete slab, as well as the thick masonry render on the strawbale walls.

The house responds to the cold Winters and hot Summers in the region, with carefully designed windows, which are shaded by verandahs and pergolas with deciduous vines.