15 Shellbank Avenue

This new residence is located on a steep, harbour front, north facing site overlooking Middle Harbour. The site has 2 large angophora trees near the waterfront that needed to be retained.

The contemporary styled 4 bedroom home is divided into 2 pavilions. The upper section of the site has the garage and entry pavilion with a lift and stairwell. The middle section has the 3 level home with living areas above a bedroom level and a covered terrace and pool below.

Extensive north facing covered decks provide outside living areas and facilitate all-weather living. The internal courtyard separating the 2 pavilions provides natural light and ventilation into the centre of the home.

The built form is carefully articulated by the mix of materials including sandstone, rendered brickwork and stained timber cladding.

The house incorporates numerous energy efficient elements including photovoltaics, rain water harvesting, high performance glazing and extensive thermal insulation.

Sustainability

• Compact building footprint
• Use of natural building materials including stone and timber
• Use of natural light and cross ventilation to all areas
• Native garden to waterfront with minimal disturbance to existing ground levels and natural features
• 2.2KW photovoltaic system
• 12,500 litre of rainwater collection for irrigation and toilet flushing
• Comfort plus glazing
• LED and fluorescent lighting
• Cavity wall insulation
• Low water consumption fittings and fixtures
• Cross ventilation, large eaves overhangs, external operable blinds to windows
• Cavity sliding doors to isolate rooms reducing heating and cooling requirements