Tloperi

Tloperi,
Hindmarsh Island,
SA
This home will be open for in-person tours on the 17th May 2026

About this home

Tloperi, a customized volume-built structure with an attached fully self-contained cottage, operates entirely off-grid. It relies on a 43kWh lithium battery system and a 13kW solar array, ensuring uninterrupted power even during extended cloudy periods. With 250,000 litres of rainwater storage and wicking garden beds, along with fruit trees and indigenous plants, the home prioritizes sustainability.

Chickens contribute eggs and fertiliser, while battery-operated garden tools and energy-efficient appliances minimize environmental impact.

The inclusion of a Sanden heat pump HWS and other adaptive technologies ensures efficient resource management for the property's long-term sustainability.

Completely offgrid house with stand alone solar and battery system backed up by an electric car.

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What motivated you to build or retrofit sustainably?
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Type: Secondary dwelling, Standalone house/townhouse
Project: New build
Builder: Gallery living / Longridge group
Size: 330m²
Bedrooms: 5+
Bathrooms: 3

Sustainability Features

Building Materials & Envelope

Draught-proofing/air sealing
High-performance insulation
Double or triple-glazed windows
Sustainable or low-impact materials
Recycled or reused materials
Other

Heating, Cooling and Ventilation

Passive heating/cooling (north-facing glazing, cross ventilation, thermal mass, shading, etc.)
Ceiling fans

Energy and Appliances

Rooftop solar PV
Battery storage
Energy monitoring/smart home systems
Efficient lighting (LED, daylighting, solar skylights)
Heat pump hot water
Electric cooktop - induction/ceramic
Other energy-efficient appliances

Water & Waste Systems

Water-efficient fixtures
Rainwater tanks

Landscape & Biodiversity

Native garden
Permaculture garden
Edible garden
Wildlife-supporting habitat

Climate Resilience

Flood
Bushfire
Cyclone/storm
Heatwave

Accessible & Flexible Design Features

Design for flexible use
Design for multigenerational living or dual occupancy
Universal design for accessibility
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