A new reverse brick veneer house located in a wildfire area in Upper Plenty.

Site

• native bushland

Planning

• north facing living spaces
• north facing outdoor entertaining spaces
• creation of private outdoor spaces with use of land forms and vegetation
• windows are positioned to maximize cross ventilation in summer

Energy

• energy efficient appliances were chosen
• solar generated power (this house is off the main power grid)

Water

• water efficient appliances and taps were installed
• collection of rainwater for domestic use

Materials

• low voc materials were used
• reverse brick veneer construction for thermal mass
• polished concrete slab for thermal mass, thermal mass assists passive heating and cooling
• low maintenance materials were used
• local products were chosen where possible