Energy Efficient Coastal Home featuring the Double Glazed IGLU System

During the design stage of this project, energy efficiency was a top priority. The home features high-performing insulation in the walls, floor, and ceiling. This insulation helps retain heat in winter and keep out heat in summer. Additionally, double glazing is featured on exterior walls through the use of the Breezway IGLU Louvre System and fixed glazed panels. Breezway Louvres help bring natural ventilation into the home through their unqiue design, and seal tight when closed to further improve thermal insulation and acoustic performance within the home. These materials incorporated with a mechanical ventilation system help create a healthy indoor environment for the family, mitigating the risk of mould or condensation build-up which is super important to keep a family safe and comfortable. The kitchen serves as the central hub of the home, where the family spends a significant amount of time together. The loft was thoughtfully designed for the children—a playful area where they can hang out or unwind. Furthermore, the handrails, which extend from downstairs to the second story of the living area, were a significant decision and standout feature of the home. Purcell Homes are an owner operated company located on the Gold Coast. Their focus is on new home developments and office renovations or extensions; everything from industrial sheds right through to investment properties. Through new and innovative construction techniques, the team at Purcell Homes can deliver solutions that are functional and visually stunning in appearance. Steve Purcell, owner of Purcell Homes has a real passion for the environment and strives to bring that same passion into his business by practising green building methods, similar to what can be seen in his own family home. “As a ‘self-confessed greenie’, I completed a green living course which helps me build using sustainable methods with sustainable products (where possible). On many projects, I have sourced recycled and/or ethically sourced products and materials which offer a modern, functional and feel good alternative to new products.” says Steve. Design & Build: Purcell Homes Photography & Videography: Moffat Videography