OVERVIEW

Natural Lane House is an exercise in extracting the utmost light, cross-ventilation and heat gain from a secluded, sun-challenged site. Surrounded by large stands of eucalyptus trees amongst littoral rainforest, the building envelope was limited due to extensive bushfire and creek restrictions. The L-shaped house features extensive use of local hardwoods and natural materials, along with a self-sufficient water harvesting and treatment system. All rooms feature minimal eaves over extensive glazing to allow as much natural light in as possible, save for the north-western edge where they extend to form a covered outdoor living space.

  • Function - Dwelling
  • Location - Broken Head, NSW
  • Year - 2017
  • Team - Dom / Dan / Amber / Aso
  • Builder - Rod Sironen Constructions
  • Photography - CFJ

AWARDS

2018 AIA NSW COUNTRY DIVISION – COMMENDATION, RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURE (NEW HOUSES)

SUSTAINABLE FEATURES

Natural Ventilation // High Thermal Mass // Good Orientation // Prioritisation of Natural Materials // Extensive Use of Local Hardwoods // Self-Sufficient Water Harvesting // Solar Hot Water