Brisbane four-bedroom home
Overview
The Brisbane home was developed from the winning design by Fred Iezzi of Iezzi Design Enterprises & Architects in the 1999 Queensland Master Builders Association Smart Housing Design Awards. It incorporates features that make it more livable, safe and secure while reducing costs and environmental impact.
- 4 bedrooms with built-in wardrobes
- 2 bathrooms
- low maintenance brick construction
- open plan living areas with patio off living area
- secure carport
- insulation
- louvre ventilation
- security screens
- breezeways
- lockage storage areas
- solar pergolas
This house is:
Cost-efficient over time - extra initial cost can be quite minor compared to the saving that will be generated over time.
- Durable, low maintenance materials have been used throughout the home.
- It is easy and cost effective to modify the home as needs change.
- Insulation and ventilation reduces heating and cooling costs.
- A termite management system is in place.
- Garden beds are kept away from the house.
Energy-efficient, reducing energy costs and improving living comfort.
- The house is orientated to protect the main living areas from the western sun.
- Roof and wall insulation keeps the interior cool.
- Light colour roof tiling deflects heat in the summer.
- Opportunities for ventilation have been maximised.
- Eaves protect the house from direct sunlight.
- Solar hot water and rainwater tanks reduce water and energy use.
Universally designed, which makes the home comfortable for people through different stages in their lives.
- All doorways are at least 850mm wide and have low thresholds.
- Space around furniture and wide hallways (1200mm) allows for easy manoeuvrability.
- Bathroom has a hobless shower and reinforced walls.
- Lever door handles and large rocker switches are easy for everyone to use.
Safe and secure, incorporating features to improve security against crime and reduce the occurrence of common household accidents.
- Child-resistant locks are installed on the pantry and low storage doors.
- Hot and cold water taps are clearly marked.
- The floors have reduced-slip tiles.
- Children's play areas can be supervised from the kitchen and main living areas.
Last updated March 2007
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