Yr Ogof Ddyn, meaning ‘The Man Cave’ in Welsh, is a small residence located in north-east Victoria. Despite its small size, this home is ticking all the boxes in terms of sustainability. Its well insulated roof and the combination of clay, sand and straw walls provide enough comfort that no additional heating or cooling systems […]
Oh what an improvement!
This 60’s brick veneer home radiated potential and has undergone the transformation which has turned it into a beautiful energy efficient home which is now largely self sufficient. In addition to installing energy efficient appliances this home runs off 8.4kWh solar array, and 6kWh batteries. Along with being self sufficient with energy the owners have […]
Mining techniques used to make a warm comfy home in South West WA
After working in the mining industry the home owner decided to use the same techniques in his home in South West WA. When you think of warm and cosy you don’t automatically think sand, steel and corrugated steel, however together they have created a home which has a stable temperature across the year and requires no mechanical […]
Help make change and volunteer for SHD 2017
If you are environmentally conscious and you wish to inspire and educate others about sustainability, we invite you to take part in Sustainable House Day through volunteering with us. Volunteer roles can be varied but can comprise assisting in set up and pack down of homes, checking visitors into a house, directing visitors through homes, […]
Event: High Life Expo 2017, Melbourne
Wonder why your Owner Corporation energy bills are so high? Want to improve the comfort and efficiency of your apartment? Keen to explore sustainability innovation and grow the appeal for your apartment building? Then the Expo is for you! The High Life Expo is a rare chance to network with other apartment owners and find […]
Event: Speed Date A Sustainability Expert
Are you renovating or building and looking for environmentally friendly options? Thinking about solar power or solar hot water? Redesigning your garden or wanting to create a rooftop garden? Get advice and tips from Australia’s leading green architects and experts on energy efficient products, solar, green roofs and more at Speed Date a Sustainability Expert. […]
5 things you may not know about SHD
1. SHD has been around for more than a decade. It has helped create a positive impact for hundreds of thousands of people looking to make their homes and lives more sustainable through peer to peer influence and inspiration. 2. SHD participating houses are private properties open for public visiting. The home owners or sometimes architects/builders […]
House nominations open for SHD 2017
Here at the Alternative Technology Association (ATA) we are very excited to open up nominations for houses for Sustainable House Day 2017, to be held on 17 September 2017. ATA is proud to be the national organiser of an event that has real impact helping Australians to make their homes more sustainable, comfortable to live […]
How to avoid common sustainable design mistakes - part 3
Making mistakes in a building project can cost time and money, and leave you well short of the energy-efficient home you planned for. In Sanctuary 38 Verity Campbell asks four experienced designers about their top tips for avoiding the most common pitfalls. For this installment we’ll move on to some technical advice in Thermal mass […]
