The Shed – Eco Granny Flat
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House Notes – The Shed – Eco Granny Flat
A passive solar home tucked neatly into the backyard in place of the original shed, this light-filled secondary dwelling on Sydney’s North Shore is an exemplar of sustainable downsizing.
Sean’s Shed and Den’s Dunny (family history) on the northern border have been retained because we love them. The interior WC has recycled door and the petrol pump has been an installation on the property for possibly 80 years.
Water-wise garden philosophy: Apart from the kitchen garden, soon after infancy, it’s ‘survive and thrive’ or ‘what will be, will be’!
Designed by Anderson Architecture with Louise Sullivan Design and built by More Than OK Building.
Article written by Rebecca Gross and professional photos taken by Nick Bowers
Sustainability Features
- Energy efficiency:
- Draught proofing
Efficient lighting
- Passive heating cooling:
- Cross ventilation
Passive solar designed home
Thermal mass
- Active heating cooling:
- Ceiling fans
- Water heating:
- Gas instantaneous water heating
- Water harvesting and saving features:
- Rainwater storage - Underground
- Underground rainwater storage type:
- Concrete
- Underground rainwater storage Size:
- 10,000L
- Energy Efficient Lighting
- LED lights throughout
Natural daylight
Skylight
- Window Protection:
- Awnings (external)
Blinds
- Recycled and reused materials:
- Sean's Shed and Den’s Dunny (family history)
- Recycled and reused materials:
- Doors
Timber
- Insulation Type:
- Under-roof
External walls
Floor
- Floor Type:
- Bulk - polystyrene board
- Floor Rating:
- R1.6
- Under Roof Insulation Type:
- Reflective foil
- External Walls Rating:
- R2.05
- External Walls Type:
- Bulk – glass wool
- All-Electric Home?
- No
- Energy star rating:
- 8.8 Stars
- House Size
- 60m2
- Roof
- Green roof
Metal (Colorbond)
- Wall Materials
- Brick veneer
Metal (Colorbond)
- Window and Door Types
- Double glazing
Low-e, films
- Number of bedrooms
- 1
- Number of bathrooms
- 1
- Garden / Outdoors
- Bee hotels/friendly
Composting
Edible garden
Native plants
Water wise plants
- Waste Reduction Practices:
- Compost all food scraps
Plastic free household
Recycle
Recycle coffee grounds from nearby cafe's
- Healthy home features
- Carpet free - tiles/concrete/timber flooring throughout
Chemical free cleaning products used
Cross flow ventilation
Low VOC paints/sealer/varnish
Natural fibre furnishings
Natural light and ventilation
Natural oil sealer/finishes
- Housing Type:
- Granny Flat (under 60m2)
- Project Type:
- New Build
- Builder
- More Than OK Building
- Designer
- Anderson Architecture + Louise Sullivan design
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