2016 Waikanae Showhome
Set within the acclaimed eco-subdivision of Ferndale, this single level pavilion style home fits harmoniously into its natural surroundings. Clad in Linea Oblique weatherboard and cedar, the feel good factor of eco credentials is cleverly combined with modern design and quality fittings. Built with relaxed entertaining in mind, it features living areas that flow outside to an extensive hardwood deck and generous outdoor living - the ultimate in relaxed kiwi living.
Architecturally designed, this 3 bedroom + study home comprises of two wings. To the right of the spacious entry foyer, past a striking band-sawn cedar feature wall, is the open plan living/dining area and peninsula style kitchen with fully integrated fridge and cleverly hidden butler's pantry. Large double-glazed stacking slider doors open up to the landscaped outdoors, taking in the natural surrounding, as well as plenty of sun for optimum thermal efficiency.
The master bedroom impresses with a large walk-in wardrobe and ensuite bathroom. The additional generously sized bedrooms have double-wardrobes, built-in desks, and sliding doors providing private access to the outdoor living.
KEY SUSTAINABLE FEATURES:
• 3.8 kilowatt Photovoltaic grid tied solar system
• Slab edge and under slab insulation – MAXRaft system
• Double-glazed, Low-E, Argon-Filled, Thermally Broken exterior joinery
• 140mm framed exterior walls with R4.0 insulation
• Low energy LED lighting
• Gas fired combi boiler system with in slab hydronic heating
• 22,500 litre underground concrete tank to harvest rain water which supplies the toilets and hose taps
• Greywater system and dripline
• Double layer R5.0 insulation to ceilings
Architecturally designed, this 3 bedroom + study home comprises of two wings. To the right of the spacious entry foyer, past a striking band-sawn cedar feature wall, is the open plan living/dining area and peninsula style kitchen with fully integrated fridge and cleverly hidden butler's pantry. Large double-glazed stacking slider doors open up to the landscaped outdoors, taking in the natural surrounding, as well as plenty of sun for optimum thermal efficiency.
The master bedroom impresses with a large walk-in wardrobe and ensuite bathroom. The additional generously sized bedrooms have double-wardrobes, built-in desks, and sliding doors providing private access to the outdoor living.
KEY SUSTAINABLE FEATURES:
• 3.8 kilowatt Photovoltaic grid tied solar system
• Slab edge and under slab insulation – MAXRaft system
• Double-glazed, Low-E, Argon-Filled, Thermally Broken exterior joinery
• 140mm framed exterior walls with R4.0 insulation
• Low energy LED lighting
• Gas fired combi boiler system with in slab hydronic heating
• 22,500 litre underground concrete tank to harvest rain water which supplies the toilets and hose taps
• Greywater system and dripline
• Double layer R5.0 insulation to ceilings
Project Year: 2016
Country: New Zealand
Postcode: 5036