Welcome to The Courtyard House - an architectural masterpiece celebrated for its award-winning sustainable design and stunning attention to detail. This unique residence, designed by Rob Henry Architects and built by BAL Building, earned the 2019 Australian Institute of Architects ACT Chapter awards for both Residential Architecture and Sustainable Architecture, embodying the pinnacle of eco-conscious living.
Drawing inspiration from Japanese courtyard aesthetics, the home's design is centered around a lush, green atrium courtyard, gracefully framed by two skillion roofs that create a balance of form and function. Every space within the home is bathed in natural light, thanks to thoughtfully positioned north-facing windows, and the layout promotes cross-ventilation for optimal comfort. Sustainability is woven throughout, with features like a Tesla Powerwall solar battery storage system, a heat pump hydronic heating and domestic hot water system, and thermally broken high-performance aluminum windows ensuring exceptional energy efficiency.
Thoughtfully selected, responsibly sourced materials showcase both style and eco-consciousness, with recycled red bricks featured in striking internal and external walls. Each pathway within the home is designed to highlight the beauty of the outdoors, offering serene views of surrounding gardens or the tranquil central courtyard.
Inside, the kitchen exudes warmth and sophistication with a blackwood veneer pantry, complemented by the natural elegance of hoop pine plywood raked ceilings that extend through the living areas and bedrooms. The seamless integration of indoor and outdoor spaces captures a sense of calm and organic flow, creating a home that is not only a feat of design but also a sanctuary of sustainable, harmonious living.
Features
- Award-winning three bedroom home, architecturally designed by Rob Henry Architects, built by BAL Building
- Inspired by Japanese courtyard design
- Master bedroom with walk in robe and private ensuite
- Two remaining bedrooms with built in robes, and serviced by a family bathroom that is complete with shower and bath
- Separate family room
- Open plan kitchen / dining area, with blackwood veneer pantry and hoop pine plywood raked ceilings
- Spacious living area
- North facing windows in all rooms, cross ventilation throughout
- Separate studio / home office
- Tesla Powerball solar battery storage system
- Heat pump hydronic heating and domestic hot water system
- Thermally broken high-performance aluminium windows
- Responsibly sourced materials integrated throughout
EER: 6.0
Rates: $4,815 pa (approx.)
Land Tax: $9,922 pa (approx.)
Living Area: 203m²
Land Size: 978m²
Land Value: $960,000 (2024)
Nearby:
- Curtin Shops, cafes and restaurants
- Westfield Woden
- The Canberra Hospital
- Curtin Primary School
- Holy Trinity Primary School
- Alfred Deakin High School
- Canberra College
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