This eco-friendly family home showcases stylish modern interiors and provides a benchmark in energy efficiency. The combination of north aspect, double-glazed windows and roof and wall insulation, interact to provide a warm and comfortable living environment with the added bonus of savings on your energy bills.

The owners (engineer, scientist and green at heart) set out to demonstrate how creative design, innovative approaches and continuous attention to detail can deliver an efficient, comfortable and cost effective home renovation in the Capital.
Using the solid build and larger block of the older Canberra suburbs (over 830sqm) with plenty of space in the front and back yards and lovely leafy outlooks from all rooms, they have combined Scandinavian-inspired design and strong environmental principles to transform the existing floorplan to create living areas seamlessly connecting to the outdoor spaces in elegant simplicity for a relaxed indoor/outdoor lifestyle.

The home is filled with natural light, from sunrise light filtering through the trees and reflecting on the frosty grass of the oval flooding the kitchen, to the sun warming the living area during the day, and the glorious evening light casting over the meals area and bedrooms. With white and neutral earthy colours throughout, this home feels particularly airy, relaxed and connected with nature. The mature eucalyptus trees and fitted shade sails cool the home down in the summer. Portable evaporative cooling is also available for your comfort.

With only two direct neighbours, and located next to two natural areas including the sports oval and a little pocket park, the house is peaceful. You will get plenty of chances to hear the native birds that are returning since the garden has been re-vegetated with native plants. On rainy days, you can even hear the frogs calling from Ginninderra Creek nearby. The occasional kangaroo visits the front yard too. Walking through the home, you will be instantly touched by the seclusion and tranquility.

Great care was applied by the environmentally-sensitive owners in the selection of renovation material. No harsh chemical, fumes or solvents have been used in five years: solvent-free glues, low VOC acrylic paints, recycled or sustainably sourced timber, removal of all carpets (a common source of toxic formaldehydes). The result is striking: the house feels natural, fresh, and healthy. It is also really quick and easy to maintain.

Features include:
andbull; Four bedrooms with double glazed windows, insulation in walls and soundproofing in bedrooms 1 and 2
andbull; Large open plan, sun filled, living space with stunning double glazed sliding door opening to merbau deck (20sqm approx.)
andbull; New ecological hard timber bamboo flooring in bedrooms and living areas
andbull; Study and library/storeroom off the living room with ample storage for books, CDs, DVDs and paperwork
andbull; Stunning modern kitchen with stone benchtops, good storage and workspace, pleasing the demanding French cook in the house
andbull; Modern bathroom complex in neutral tones including: walk-in shower, quality vanity and extra-large tiles and the under-tile heating system
andbull; Majority of windows are double glazed including, all bedrooms, bathroom, toilets and living room
andbull; Insulation in the ceiling plus injected in all wall cavities for thermal performance
andbull; Ducted gas heating
andbull; Rewired throughout with new switchboard
andbull; Quality light fittings and LED light bulbs throughout the house
andbull; European light switches throughout the home (sourced from France) – extras available
andbull; Monitored back to base alarm
andbull; New composite timber decks near entrance and at laundry and bedroom 2 doors
andbull; New Colourbond gutters connected to tank and pump
andbull; New Colourbond fencing
andbull; Fully landscaped gardens including: native garden at the front largely sourced from Australian National Botanic Garden plant sales (local natives) with mature native Eucalyptus trees offering shading in summer, formal exotic backyard with grassed area for playing and resting, veggie patch and an active compost heap and orchard, with room for a chook pen
andbull; Reticulated irrigation to the front yard and backyard
andbull; Double brick garage with ample storage
andbull; Carport with door
andbull; Two sealed driveways offering a total parking space for up to 6 cars (or a trailer/boat)

If you have been waiting for an affordable yet immaculately renovated home that you can move in and enjoy – your wait is over. This home is one-of-a-kind, so inspect without delay and be impressed, better yet, call me today for further information.