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A young family in Melbourne transformed their dark and thermally leaky 1850s cottage into a sun-drenched and biodiverse home. The renovation included a light-filled rear addition, flexible spaces for working and accommodating family, and provision for a future garden granny flat. The family prioritized energy efficiency and sustainability, incorporating a green roof to insulate and increase biodiversity. The all-electric home features a well-sealed building envelope, passive solar design, and minimal mechanical heating and cooling powered by renewables. The project also includes a 6kW solar array, rainwater harvesting, and the use of sustainable materials. [Extracted from the article] |
