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trim the house to suit the wind direction,
simply by opening or closing doors and
windows. Even the bedrooms can be
vented into the stairwells. The shape of
the roof also helps to keep the interior cool
– hot air hits the roof and accelerates up
the curve and away over the top, which
enhances the pull of cross ventilation
through the thermal chimneys.”
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Architect: Dan Sparks, Sparks Architects
(Peregian Beach, Qld)
Builder: Altum Constructions
Cladding: Fibrecement sheet
Roofing: Lysaght Custom Orb in Colorbond steel
Flooring: Messmate from Queensland Timber
Flooring
Fireplace: EcoSmart
Speakers: Bose
Kitchen cabinets: Hardwood veneer
Benchtops: Messmate timber; stainless steel
Splashback: Backpainted glass
Kitchen appliances: Miele, available from Kitchen
Things

Above: Bridging elements link different parts of
the house. This deck is off a bridge between the
main living area and the master suite. A large
built-in day bed can be enjoyed as a lounging
area. Alternatively, the seating can be flipped to
create bench seating for the outdoor table. Louvre
windows help to cross ventilate the house, which
does not have air conditioning.
Story by Colleen Hawkes
Photography by Scott Burrows

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