Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Week One - Exemplar Analysis



Building 2 - Balaam Residence

Architect - Shaun Lockyer (Arkhefield)

House Location - Hamilton, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Date - 2006

A House is an Environmental Filter

The Balaam Residence, situated on the Brisbane River, takes full advantage of the Queensland weather and its location. The house "animates the street, river boardwalk, both with form and sculptures." It is designed with large family outdoor decking areas, absorbing the Queensland lifestyle. The house is fitted with natural sustainable materials (zinc aluminium, concrete, rich timbers, and raw battens), aswell as green features including rain water harvesting, solar hot water system, cross ventilation etc. "Living areas and the outdoor living spaces provide protection from the elements, views and cross ventilation".

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