H4 Broadbeach Passivhaus

Kombumerri,
Broadbeach Waters,

About this home

The H4 Broadbeach Passivhaus is a meticulously crafted waterfront residence that fuses contemporary coastal architecture with rigorous building science. Positioned on an 821m² canal-front site in Broadbeach Waters, the home has been designed and documented as a Certified Passivhaus, delivering exceptional energy performance, comfort and durability in a refined, modern form. The single-level layout is organised around a generous open-plan living, dining and kitchen zone that flows seamlessly to a covered pavilion and pool terrace.

A 4.2m high ceiling to the main living domain enhances spatial volume while carefully positioned glazing captures northern light and canal views, balancing solar access with thermal control. The floor plan separates private and guest zones for flexibility and acoustic privacy. The master suite is positioned to enjoy outlook and garden connection, complete with a walk-in robe and refined ensuite.

A dedicated guest bedroom with ensuite, additional bedrooms, breakout room and study create adaptable living arrangements suited to family life, work-from-home functionality and entertaining. Externally, the architecture is defined by clean parapet lines, articulated wings and carefully proportioned openings. The pavilion and 6.0 x 3.0m pool extend living outdoors, while landscaped courtyards and boundary treatments provide privacy without compromising light or airflow. A double carport integrates seamlessly with the street façade, screened by batten detailing that softens the built form.

True to Passivhaus principles, the home incorporates high-performance insulation, thermally broken glazing, an airtight building envelope and balanced heat recovery ventilation. Mechanical ventilation with energy recovery ensures continuous fresh air, filtered and tempered, supporting a healthy internal environment year-round. The result is a modern waterfront home that pairs architectural clarity with measurable performance.

Q & A

What motivated you to build or retrofit sustainably?
Comfort health and energy efficiency
Passivhaus
The airtight layer on this project was a new brand but the performance was not as good as the established market leader and we would not use that one again!
Multi-storey with lift
Back to 2026 Homes
Designer: H4 Living
Builder: Accurate Building and Construction
Size: 427m²
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4

Sustainability Features

Building Materials & Envelope

High-performance insulation
Double or triple-glazed windows

Heating, Cooling and Ventilation

Passive heating/cooling (north-facing glazing, cross ventilation, thermal mass, shading, etc.)
Heat pump (reverse-cycle) heating/cooling
Mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR) system

Energy and Appliances

Rooftop solar PV
Battery storage
Dedicated wall-mounted EV charging
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

Landscape & Biodiversity

Native garden

Climate Resilience

Flood
Cyclone/storm

Accessible & Flexible Design Features

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