This unbuilt project sat in a picturesque
site with a northern aspect looking onto bushland. there was a
great eastern view to the sea and Moreton Island, with the
challenge being to capture this view while also capitalising on
the northern aspect. One of the simplest and effective strategies
for attaining good environmental performance is the use of eaves
on the northern elevation. These shield the house from high
angled summer sun, yet allow low angled winter sun to penetrate
the interior.
view from the north
A long east/west axis is ideal as this
presents a long northern face and minimises exposure to the east
and west. Morning and afternoon sun is difficult to control due
to its low angle, and is a source of overheating in many houses.
A "thin" envelope is also the most effective for
natural ventilation. We are fortunate that our cooling summer
breezes come from the north east.
A section of the deck has been lowered to
allow access to the pool and to facilitate uninterrupted views to
Moreton island to the east. The north facing verandah is
sheltered from rain bearing south east winds and cold winter
westerlies
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