Intelligent design decisions have been made to deliver not only sustainability goals, but also superior comfort and lower energy bills.
Behind the impressive interiors, a range of smart design features such as high insulation levels and double glazing ensures your home is a place to find peace and a comfortable retreat even in the heart of an inner-city location.
GLAZING SELECTION
All windows, skylights and glazed doors will be double glazed in order to meet requirements of BESS. Glazing specifications and insulation ensure that cooling loads are below 30mj/m2,helping to avoid excessive energy usage during peak demand in the summer months. The average cooling load is 17.7mj/m2.
INSULATION SELECTION
Insulation will be sourced from suppliers who commit to 70% recycled content and packing in a compressed state (to reduce shipping volumes).
– Wall insulation to reach R2.5 + Foil
– Party wall insulation to reach R2.0 each side (total = R4.0)
– Suspended slab floor insulation to areas that are above garages or open below to reach R1.2
– Flat framed ceiling insulation to reach R5.0
– Suspended slab ceiling insulation to reach R2.5 in areas that are exposed or have a terrace above
HIGH DAYLIGHT FACTOR
Windows have been positioned on every practical perimeter to allow natural daylight to filter through all bedroom and living zones.
WORK FROM HOME READY
Working from home reduces emissions created by commuting to an office, also encourages a ‘paperless’ workflow and reduction in paper use and recycling.
LOW VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS
The Indoor environment quality has been addressed by a commitment to low-emission volatile organic compounds (VOC) paints, laminates, adhesives, varnishes, MDF, plywood, particleboard and floor coverings. The use of low-VOC products extends to all other building products being used.
ALL ELECTRIC APPLIANCES
High-quality European appliances, including induction cooking, are specified throughout, along with installing energy-efficient electric hot water systems.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING
Dedicated electrical connection points are provided in each garage so that residents can easily install Electrical Vehicle charge points if required.
RAINWATER RE-USE
Rainwater tanks will capture water from terraces and roofing. Harvested water then services toilets to each tank’s respective terrace home and external irrigation.
ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHTING
LED lighting will be installed with a maximum illumination power density of 4W/m2, a 20% improvement on the current NCC BCA Allowance. Motion sensors will control at least 50% of external lighting to reduce unnecessary energy usage.
CROSS VENTILATION
The terrace homes allow for cross ventilation through each level. Good cross-flow ventilation improves occupant comfort by allowing fresh, cool air to flow through all zones, reducing the reliance on artificial circulating and cooling methods. It also assists in the removal of indoor pollutants, which can be harmful to occupants.
HIGH THERMAL MASS
The terrace homes will be constructed with predominately high thermal mass (brickwork), with minor areas of lightweight cladding for aesthetics. The colours of the masonry are light to medium which supports a reduction in the urban heat island effect.
ZONED LAYOUT TO REDUCE HEATING AND COOLING LOAD
The terrace homes feature a clear separation between kitchen/dining/living zones for daytime comfort and bedroom zones for overnight comfort. This layout reduces the load on the heating and cooling systems within each dwelling.
ACOUSTIC COMFORT
The project will feature high levels of insulation and double glazing which will assist in minimising acoustic disturbances and sound transmittance between dwellings.
