SHD Tour 1: Wickham Street Ludmilla
SUNDAY 16 JUN 2024 | 9:15AM - 10AM
This tour will commence at 9.15am and will be guided by homeowner, Daly Kelly.
Architectural Significance:
This home has been designed by Troppo Architects in Darwin. Troppo are renowned for their architectural contribution to the built environment of the NT. Their homes seamlessly blend innovative, climate-responsive design with sustainability and a deep connection to the natural environment. This house displays:
- Passive Thermal Design: Utilization of building orientation, thermal mass, and natural ventilation to optimize thermal comfort and reduce reliance on mechanical heating and cooling systems
- Biophilic Integration: Incorporation of biophilic design principles that enhance the connection between occupants and nature, promoting psychological well-being and environmental harmony.
- Sustainable Material Use and Renewable Energy Integration: Implementation of sustainably sourced, low-embodied energy materials and integration of renewable energy technologies, such as photovoltaic solar panels, to minimize the ecological footprint and promote energy independence.
Sustainability Aspects:
The design principles employed in this home align closely with modern sustainability goals:
- Energy-Efficient Lighting: LED lighting (Mercator) for reduced energy consumption and long-lasting illumination.
- Advanced Ceiling Fans: Features high-efficiency DC brushless motor fans (Haiku L-Series) for optimal airflow and energy savings.
- Efficient Pool Pump: Includes a high-efficiency pool pump to minimize energy use while maintaining pool cleanliness.
- Solar Hot Water System: Utilizes solar hot water to reduce reliance on traditional water heating methods and cut energy costs.
- Powerful Solar PV System: 10kW solar photovoltaic system installed on the roof, generating approximately 33kWh per day to significantly lower electricity bills.
- Eco-Friendly Dishwashing: Dishwashers directly plumbed into the hot water supply, enhancing energy efficiency by reducing the need for internal heating.
- Smart Home Management: Fibaro management system installed in newer parts of the property for intelligent control and monitoring of energy usage.
Terms and Conditions for attending property:
Please read through the House Rules and Terms and Conditions for attending homes on Sustainable House Day Darwin:
Sustainable House Day Darwin Terms and Conditions - COOLmob
Parking
This is a private residence and parking is limited to street parking.
COOLmob encourage you to ride or walk to this property.
CONTACT
Bridget
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· 0410 118 586