Today’s modern sustainable design principles can be incorporated into even the most luxurious of homes in a harmonious and sensitive manner
Aesthetically, the brief aimed at producing a modern and contemporary landscape that reinforces the strong architectural elements of the house, while creating a seamless interaction between the indoor and outdoor functional lifestyle spaces.
The landscape of this home takes on the qualities of the local environment on a physiological level. Considered yet basic principles of revegetation, food protection, natural cooling and heating, and complete water infiltration, retention and use play a key part in the design strategy.
The planting of native and endemic flora, as well as use of existing soil and on-site composting, provide a diverse environment for native flora and fauna habitat development. In addition, locally sourced and recycled materials reduce the embodied energy.
