by Metropol | August 3, 2021 3:50 pm
The layout maximises space by eliminating passageways and making areas multi-purpose. An open plan layout and good indoor/outdoor flow were also important. There is no garage, both to save costs and because Warren believes that transport will change in the future.
Warren based his design on Passive Haus principals, with north-facing windows to allow passive heating of the slab foundation. He then concentrated on airtightness and insulation.
The floor, walls, and roof are all super-insulated. Fibreglass framed windows are low-e and argon gas filled. Mechanical heat recovery ventilation (MHRV) removes the stale moist air and brings in fresh air.
In-slab hot water pipes, rooftop photovoltaic panels, and a heat pump heat the interior and keep power bills low. Grey water recycling, acoustics, and energy reduction all helped the home achieve the top Homestar rating.
“We don’t have winter and summer duvets or winter and summer PJs. It’s the same temperature in every room.”
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