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CASE STUDY | A Sense of Space | Paarhammer Windows
A SENSE OF SPACE
Creating a sense of space and openness, while producing a sanctuary at the same time, was realised by the owners of this stunning property in the tourist town of Daylesford, Victoria. Having lived on a farm with space all around them, they were fortunate to find a north facing block on a hill overlooking the township, and within easy walking distance of the main street.
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The land on the hill lent itself to using large, glazed areas to make the most of the views, while reaping the benefits of solar heat gain in winter. During their research for suitable building materials, the owners came across Paarhammer Windows and visited the manufacturing plant to see how their highly energy efficient windows and doors are made. The owners wanted to support a local business who in turn supports local jobs and suppliers. The timber used for the frames comes from Gippsland, and is a sustainable material as trees regrow and act as carbon storage. In addition, the double-glazed insulating glass units are Australian made.
PHOTOGRAPHY GenesisFX
For lightness of building and an open indoor – outdoor feel, the architect designed the home with large expanses of glazing. Coming up the driveway, you are greeted by a modern façade which is almost entirely glass. At the side entrance, timber battens over a glazed door and sidelight combination provide privacy while allowing the occupants to see who is at the door. Once inside, your eyes are drawn to an internal water feature and garden sculpture to the courtyard view beyond. From the living area you can see in all four directions through tilt and turn windows, lift-slide sliding doors and a magnificent bay window which wraps around a sitting area and soaks up the northerly sun in winter. This once-off modern bay window (without corner posts) allows light to enter from every direction for uninhibited views, providing the ideal luxurious focal point.
The upstairs terrace seems to float over the minimalist bay window – elevations are carefully shaded by protruding eaves to keep out the summer sun. Operable windows or doors on opposing elevations ensure airflow can be regulated, hot air is purged and replaced with fresh breeze from cross ventilation. Low air infiltration of the well-sealed, energy efficient window and door products ensures a comfortable indoor temperature all year round, without drafts.
The architect’s wonderful sense of space combined with the owner’s impeccable taste, makes this a very special home. Every part of the house and landscaped garden is used and the glazed areas provide the perfect indoor-outdoor feel of openness and easy-going liveability.
Lift-slide sliding doors, motorised highlights, tilt and turn windows, and large fixed glazing come together to frame the view and create a relaxed lifestyle. Windows and doors are a major part of this build, and in the words of the owners, ‘These windows make the house,’ and, ‘Visitors are always very impressed.’
LOCATION Daylesford, Victoria | PROJECT TYPE Residential | ARCHITECT Ken Charles | BUILDER Arc Design & Build | PHOTOGRAPHY GenesisFX | PRODUCTS Architectural Timber Range
PAARHAMMER WINDOWS | 53 Haddon Drive Ballan, Victoria 3342 | 03 5368 1999 | mail@paarhammer.com.au | paarhammer.com.au
