20 O'Halloran Street, Hermit Park, Townsville
Striking, Contemporary and perfect for city or country
This striking, contemporary and purposely compact two storey home packs a punch well above its weight in terms of functionality, beauty, climate control and tropical living – and all on a 380 square metre block.
With its rectangular footprint and commercial exterior, plus photovoltaic and solar hot water system visible from the road, not a day goes past without cars pulling up to have a closer look.
Electricity use has been minimised by the use of a solar hot water system (tank on roof) with manual electric boost and provision of comfort through good tropical design avoiding the need for air-conditioning. (Note: Air-conditioning has been installed for resale but has not yet been used apart for maintenance.)
Compact fluorescent and LED energy efficient lighting has been comprehensively used throughout.
Appliances have been keep to a minimum and chosen for energy efficiency - eg the 4-star fridge:Gas cooking is provided. SmegA Smeg dish washer has been installed but is used infrequently.Kitchen sinks are good quality from Smeg.
A 1kw hr. grid connect solar panel system for renewable energy generation is also located on the north facing roof. (this system is designed to produce up to 7kw per day)
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This home was extensively renovated to allow for more efficient air flow throughout the house.
The design changes allowed for more useable areas with in the dwelling. Light was able to penetrate to the middle of the house removing dark areas.
Click on the picture icon for a front view of this lovely home.
The block of units had the exterior facade completely altered to accommodate a new deck and stair well to provide shade and amenity to the eastern side of the units.
French doors were added to improve cross ventilation.
click the icon under the picture to see a "before" shot.
Octagon Home at Fahey Rd Mt Glorious Qld
This unique octagonal dwelling sits high above the Samford Valley in Sth. Qld.
The design brief included utilizing local stone and recycled Australian hardwood. It broke new ground with the installation of the dry composting toilet which was the first to be approved by any local council in SE Qld.
See Testimonial here
