Elwood house

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Summary of house features

• Floor plan is only 10×15 square metres
• Airy, well-lit and feels quite spacious
• Built from Mt Gambier limestone. The limestone was part of a seabed, so small shells can be seen throughout the house
• Passive solar design - heating and cooling including use of thermal mass
• Heat pump hot water system
• Energy-efficient appliances
• Rainwater tank
• Kitchen floor vinyl made from recycled car tyres
• Double glazing

This house was designed and built by a grandmother using Mt Gambier limestone as the main material. It is seemingly spacious but with a small floor plan.

Gallery

Location	Elwood, Victoria
Country	Australia
Type	New building
House size	Small, 10×15 square metres
Owner	Judy Brand

Hotwater unit	Interior	Sunroom	Tank

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External links

• Renew Magazine article (PDF)