PROJECT TYPE: Residential / Single House / Sloping Block

FLOOR AREA: 300 square metres

PROJECT COST: $900,000 AUD

Mike Edwards Architecture were initially commissioned to provide design guidance on how best to subdivide this 862 sqm lot. The sloping corner lot incorporates an existing red brick bungalow, tall eucalyptus trees and sweeping views over Blue Gum Lake to the south. The slope of the land, existing trees, sewer location, crossover location, street access, northern exposure, lot size , minimising retaining and overshadowing were all factors considered in the recommendations.

A number of different concept designs were explored and tested before the client settled on a compact open plan three level proposal with undercroft garage and utility spaces which maximises views and incorporates generous indoor/outdoor living areas.

As with all Mike Edwards Architecture projects, basic passive and solar design principles are taken into account from design inception. Considerable care is taken to optimise northern exposure and minimise eastern and western exposure to prevent undue solar gain in summer and take advantage of northern sun in winter. Suitable orientation and solar protection is integral.

Window and door openings are designed to facilitate flow-through and cross-ventilation as well as providing low-e glass and double glazing where required.

Appropriate specifications, material selection and building insulation is provided to more than adequately meet building code energy requirements.