Park House is a comfortable home designed to be in harmony with its surroundings. Located adjacent to All Nations Park in Northcote, this Low Energy Building accredited by the Passive House Institute has been designed with energy efficiency and thermal comfort in mind.

To achieve this, the project incorporates all the Passive House principles, including air tightness, insulation, high-quality windows, minimal thermal bridging, and fresh air circulation.

The building envelope is designed to minimise energy losses and heat gain, resulting in lower energy consumption and greater thermal comfort for the owners.

The project also focuses on the use of sustainable materials, with environmentally friendly materials selected wherever possible to minimise the environmental impact of the building. The external materials and colour selections have been inspired by the bark of the eucalyptus trees nearby, creating a design that is not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing.

The landscape design is another important aspect of the project, with native plants selected to enhance biodiversity and create a sustainable ecosystem in the surrounding area.

The aim is to create a building that sits comfortably in its location, making the most of its aspect, orientation, and materials, and connecting people to nature.

The living areas are located on the first floor to maximize the views and northern aspect, while the bedrooms are located on both levels, offering flexibility and privacy. Achieving air tightness is probably the most difficult issue to achieve in Passive House, but the project team has used their extensive knowledge to ensure that this has been achieved.

By embracing a strong bond with nature, we not only learn to appreciate its beauty but also find inspiration in its wonders. This inspiration shines through in the architecture of the building, as it harmoniously blends with the environment.

At Park House, we want to see our building flourish as part of the landscape, and its journey as a living, breathing place comes from the connection of people to their setting.

PROJECT DETAILS

• Type: New House
• Completion Year: 2022
• Services: Full Architectural Services
• Location: Northcote / City of Darebin
• Energy Rating:
  • 7.1 Stars NATHERS
  • Low Energy Building, Passive House Institute Certified
• Photographers: Katya Menshikova & Trevor Mein
• Site Area: 417m²
• Building Area: 171.8m²
• Client Brief:
  • Entry
  • Living Area
  • Dining Area & Kitchen
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Laundry Room
  • 1 Study
  • 1 Balcony
  • 2 Car Spaces (1 Undercover)
• Main Materials:
  • Accoya Timber
  • Krause Bricks
  • Polished Concrete Floors
• Notable Suppliers:
  • Paarhammer (Windows & Doors)