As a symbol

of new life, the Easter egg

reminds us of the resurrection of

Jesus Christ and the new life we can find

through Him. So for the Stannard family, Easter

is a time of remembrance and celebration, a time to

spend focusing on the important things in life. For this

reason, we like to give our staff every opportunity to be

with their families during Easter. Our display centres will

be closed from Friday 6 April and reopen on Monday 8 April

from 1 - 5pm. Our office will close Friday 6 April and reopen

on Tuesday 9 April. Should you require any information

during this time please telephone 9446 5500.

Peter Stannard and the team wish you

a very happy and safe Easter.

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Our hectic modern lives have created a yearning in us all to get back to nature.This week’s cover story shows how to have the best of both worlds.

The extraordinary Yallingup home seamlessly blends contemporary living withthe natural environment. It is modern and functional while being mindful of itsbushland surrounds and inhabitants.

More and more people are choosing to buy or build outside city areas, votingfor the quiet life with their feet, so our feature on country style is timely. CyClayton’s book review shows how contemporary and stylish country homes canbe.

Some extraordinary renovations have been undertaken by couples with visionand determination. We showcase achievements in Churchlands and Joondalup.

A well-travelled Ballajura couple has found inspiration in South East Asia fortheir beautiful tropical gardens, pavilion and pool.

GETTING BACK TO NATURE

Greensmart Awards 2-4Home Improvements 8-9In Store 16Country Style Special Feature 26-31Display Homes 22-24, 30-35, 39Location location 36-38Outdoors 41-44

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INSIDE NEW HOMES

NEW HOMES EDITOR Melanie Anderson

EDITORIAL TEAM Cy ClaytonCONTRIBUTORS Sally-Ann Jones, Sasha Jones, Yasmin Pearce, Olgade Moeller, Maureen Eppen, Deryn Thorpe, Ross HaigPHOTOGRAPHY Gerald Moscarda, Don LindsayCOVER DESIGN John Hearn

COVER PHOTOGRAPH Fraser McAlpine

EDITORIAL CONTACT DETAILSNew Homes, The West Australian, 50 Hasler Road, Osborne Park, WA 6017.Phone: 9482 3035 Fax: 9482 9070Email: newhomes@wanews.com.au

All prices in this liftout are recommendedretail and are subject to change

NEW HOMES ADVERTISINGSALES MANAGER: Kerry Croy, 9482 3576SALES EXECUTIVE: Tonia Lamond, 9482 3625 or 0411 964 908NEW HOMES CO-ORDINATOR: GlenysWindram, 9482 3404

GreenSmart Awards 2007HIA-LandCorp

THE WEST AUSTRALIAN NEW HOMES SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 2007

32This Week Natasha Granath

2 • SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 2007 NEW HOMES THE WEST AUSTRALIAN

Entries: 2007 GreenSmart Awards Building of the Year; EnergyEfficiency Award; Smart HousingAward; Resource Efficiency Award Phil Kelleher Homes

This contemporary Yallingupresidence built by PhilKelleher Homes comprisesextensive energy-efficientprinciples and products

while unobtrusively blending in withits rural surrounds.

The structural steel andtimber-frame home was designedand constructed to minimise theimpact to the natural environment.

Sub-floor construction was usedrequiring only the footprint of thehome to be cleared, which allowedthe majority of the native vegetationto be retained. Bay and valley viewsare also possible from the elevatedposition.

The home seamlessly blends intothe natural environment thanks toexterior colours that mimic the barkof the surrounding trees, and awalkway entrance that flows outfrom the bush, adding to the onenesswith nature.

The mini orb and Colorbondexterior home has a solar-efficientdesign and carefully plannedinsulation and ventilation whichmaximise comfort and minimiseenergy use and costs. The north-eastorientation secures ample wintersunlight while overhang eaves on thenorthern side block the sun insummer and double-brick walls limitthe impact of winter weather.

Along with high ceilings andextensive windows, skylights in thepowder room and office mean noartificial daytime lighting is needed.

The home’s cool South-Westlocation and minimal thermal massmeant insulation was vital tomaintain the interior temperature.The roof, garage and all internalwalls and ceilings are insulated, andthere is a sub-floor insulation systemin all living and wet areas.

To optimise thermal efficiency, thehome was divided into two pavilionsbased on the occupants’ livingrequirements — one houses a sparebedroom and bathroom, eliminatingthe need to heat or cool the areaswhen not in use, and the main livingpavilion contains rooms which areused every day and can be easilysectioned off for heating and cooling.

This part includes an open-plankitchen, dining and living area thathas floor-to-ceiling windows andleads out to a decked alfresco areawith panoramic views of the bush.

The solar orientation andinsulation mean this pavilion’s singleair-conditioner is rarely needed.

Warm air can be ducted into thebedroom through a vent between thetwo areas. Wet areas have under-floor heating and Econoheat solarpanels heat the office and guest areas(again with minimal energy use).Window blinds also help retain andshield heat.

Louvres on the south side andsliding doors on the north maximisecross-ventilation and highlightawning windows draw out warm airfrom the high ceilings. An extralayer of louvres at the entrance doorprotects from cold winter winds andallows ventilation in summer.

Opening windows and slidingdoors were situated only in areas that

provide substantial ventilation andwindows were placed close to showerareas to speed drying time.

A covered service court to thewesterly side of the home eliminatesthe need for a clothes dryer.

As there was a need for warmthrather than coolness, aheat-absorbent dark colour waschosen for the roof and the interiorcolour scheme was designed toemphasise warmth in larger spacesand space in smaller rooms.

The home also features someenergy-saving appliances. Hot wateris provided by a solar heating systemwith instantaneous gas boost; mostlights have Megaman compact

fluorescent globes (which use lessenergy and last longer than standardincandescent globes) and self-sealingfans prevent heat loss in wet areas.

The property is waterself-sufficient thanks to a150,000-litre rainwater tank which isused in conjunction withwater-saving fixtures and appliancesto provide all water needs.

As the site’s native vegetation wasretained, the only landscaping thatrequires maintenance is a vegetablegarden and a small garden of hardyplants. Along with the steelsub-floor and treated timbers, theuse of Termimesh eliminates theneed for pesticides.

Home designedto be part ofbush setting

The walkway entrance of this contemporary Yallingup home provides an easy transition from the bush.

A Yallingup home sits gently in its bush setting andnumerous features ensure that environmentalharmony continues. Cy Clayton reports.

Walls and ceilings are insulated and there is a sub-floor insulation system.

A bedroom and ensuite. The property uses water from a rainwater tank.

The home is designed to minimise impact on the bush.

The bush reflects in the kitchen’s splashback.

A home among the trees.

It seamlessly blendsinto the naturalenvironment thanks toexterior colours thatmimic the bark of thetrees and a walkwayentrance that flowsout from the bush.

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