Murrumbateman passivhaus
About the Project
The Murrumbateman Passivhaus is 'Passivhaus Plus' certified. It was the 4th certified new residential build for New South Wales and 23rd in Australia. The house has a 7.2kw PV system and connected to tankwater only. Recycled Canberra Red bricks were used as cladding, an internal feature wall, external kitchen and various paving areas. Recycled hardwood telegraph poles were used in the pergola with climbing Ornamental Grape to allow for shading in summer and full sun in winter. Using recycled materials decreased the embodied energy of the build and added character to the home.
Passivhaus Analysis: Luc Plowman - Detail Green
- House size including garage - 280.8m2
- Treated floor area for PHPP - 198m2
- Air changes per hour (ACH) - 0.19/h
- Logikhaus triple glazed uPVC windows and doors
- Slab edge insulation - 50mm XPS; under slab insulation - 75mm XPS
- Sabiana Heat Recovery Unit (HRV)
- 7.2 kW PV system
- 22,500L water tank
- Recycled Canberra Red bricks
- Recycled hardwood telegraph poles
- Deciduous plantings used for shade in summer and full sun in winter
More details about the project can be found here and on Facebook and Instagram.