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Hihi Beach Northland Front Entrance

EHAUS EURO, PHI LOW ENERGY

Hihi Beach

Carbon Savings

22,979 KG

Heat Savings

82%

Set in the beautiful  far north on an elevated platform this property has stunning views of Hihi Beach and Doubtless Bay. The design has been created to protect from the extremes of nature and provide a perfect space for family and work. Created on multiple levels with the deck areas stepped in line with the natural contours the home nestles into the natural surroundings. The home has its own power generation with solar pv panels converting the plentiful sunshine into energy to drive this home.

Meet the team Behind this project

Ross Bennett Designer Profile

Ross Bennett

Ross is a specialist in Passive House design and is located in the Manawatū, but works on projects around the country.

Design Components

Floor
Fully insulated concrete pad with a U-value of 0.184 W/(m²K)
Wall
140mm timber frame U-value of 0.221 W/(m²K)
Roof
Double layer of fibreglass insulation with a U-value of 0.137 W/(m²K)
Window Joinery Frame
Ropo Windows - uPVC - Uf value 1.30 W/(m²K)
Glazing
Double Glazed Low E Argon Ug value 1.57 W/(m²K) G Value 44%
Ventilation
Zehnder ComfoAir Q350 MHRV
Hot Water
Bosch Compress 3000 - 270L capacity hot water heat pump

Performance Specs

Heating Demand
10.9 kWh/(m²yr)
Heating Load
10.1 W/m²
Frequency of Overheating
1.6% year over 25C
Treated Floor Area
181.7m²
Form Factor
3.89
Air Leakage @ 50Pa
0.6 ACHn50
Per Demand
34 kWh/(m²yr)

Consultant: eHaus - Maria Rei

Certifier: N/A

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