The north-facing aspect of the house.
At the foothills of the Victorian Alps,
this house has been designed for year round comfort. Insulation levels
are well above standard with R6 in the ceilings and strawbale walls of
R4.5 with double glazed timber windows.
A greenhouse in the centre of the North side of the house traps warmth
& distributes is to both ends of the house. In Summer the green house
can be opened up. Power to the house is provided by photovoltaics and
a micro hydro system which meets the demand all year round.
View from the dining into the kitchen.
The use of natural timber and round poles compliments the organic nature of strawbale.
The north facing dining room with the high windows throwing light deep back into the lounge.
The mandatory truth window.
