Peregrine Project
Residential: Single Dwelling
Passivhaus Plus Certification
Cape Paterson, VIC, 2024
This Passivhaus-certified home in Cape Paterson’s Eco Village is a showcase of sustainable, energy-smart design. With two bedrooms, a study, and a versatile loft, the home balances comfort and flexibility while making the most of natural daylight. Built to the high Passivhaus Plus Standard, it offers year-round comfort, healthy indoor air quality, and dramatically reduced energy bills within a modern, light-filled space that reflects the best of eco-friendly living.
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AIRTIGHTNESS n50 ACH@50pascals: 0.27
HEATING DEMAND (kWh/m².yr): 16
COOLING DEMAND (kWh/m².yr): 2
HEATING LOAD (W/m²): 7
COOLING LOAD (W/m²): 11
PRIMARY ENERGY DEMAND (PE) (kWh/m².yr): 96
PRIMARY ENERGY RENEWABLE DEMAND (PER): 42
PRIMARY ENERGY RENEWABLE GENERATION (PER): 88 -
LOCATION: Cape Paterson, VIC
NCC CLIMATE ZONE: 6 – Mild temperate
NATHERS CLIMATE ZONE: 64
YEAR OF COMPLETION: 2024
TREATED FLOOR AREA (PHPP sqm): 154
PROJECT TYPE: New Build
RESIDENTIAL: Single Dwelling
CONSTRUCTION TYPE: Timber Frame
CERTIFICATION LEVEL/ ENERGY STANDARD: Passivhaus Plus
THIRD PARTY CERTIFICATIONS: Nathers -
MHRV SYSTEM: Zehnder Q350
DOMESTIC HOT WATER SYSTEM: Reclaim Energy REHP-CO2-315SST split heat pump with 315L storage tank
EXTERIOR WALL TYPE, U-VALUE: 140 mm timber framing @600cc with R4.0 glasswool insulation and 35 mm uninsulated services cavity, 0.269
FLOOR SLAB TYPE, U-VALUE: Waffle pod slab overinsulated with 50 mm XPS between timber battens, 0.458
ROOF INSULATION TYPE, MANUFACTURER: Bradford Gold R6.0HP
ROOF CONSTRUCTION: 290 mm timber rafters @600cc
ROOF ENVELOPE U-VALUE: 0.18
WALL FRAME TYPE: Logikhaus LogikWin 68
GLAZING TYPE, MANUFACTURER, U W-VALUE, G-VALUE, U G-VALUE: Silverstar 4/4/4 (44) triple glazing, PressGlass, 1.07, 0.51, 0.58
EXTERNAL DOOR TYPE, MANUFACTURER, U D-VALUE: Aluclad timber with triple glazing, Logikhaus, 1.16 -
NUMBER OF MODULES: 30
HEIGHT, WIDTH OF ONE MODULE (m, m): 1762x1134
EFFICIENCY (%): 97
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Every detail has been carefully considered to create a healthier, more resilient home: exceptional thermal insulation keeps the home warm in winter and cool in summer with minimal heating or cooling required.
- Airtight construction prevents draughts and eliminates heat loss, creating a consistently comfortable indoor environment.
- High-performance windows maximise solar gain in winter while protecting against summer overheating. - Mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR) provides a constant supply of fresh, filtered air—reducing allergens and improving indoor air quality.
- Ultra-low energy demand means residents enjoy dramatically lower utility bills while reducing their carbon footprint.
- Carefully designed orientation and glazing ensure the interiors are filled with natural daylight, connecting the occupants with the surrounding environment.
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The team learned the importance of Passivhaus design which requires integrated planning from day one, and the importance of involving the architect, builder, and Certified Passivhaus Designer from the start.
Project Members
PASSIVHAUS CERTIFIER: Detail Green
PASSIVHAUS CONSULTANT/ DESIGNER: Passive Analytics
ARCHITECT/ BUILDING DESIGNER: Environmental Homes & Landscapes
CONTRACTOR / BUILDER / PROJECT MANAGER: North South Homes
DEVELOPER: Live at The Cape
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER: Hade Consulting
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT: EcoClimate
WINDOW SUPPLIER: Logikhaus
HRV SUPPLIER: Fantech
AIRTIGHTNESS MEMBRANE SUPPLIER: Performance Membranes
INSULATION SUPPLIER: Foamex Group & Bowens
ROOFING SUPPLIER: HJB Plumbing
BLOWER DOOR TESTER: Efficiency Matrix
OTHER SUPPLIERS: Chenery joinery, JMC Electrics, BMC Plaster, HJB Plumbing
PHOTOGRAPHER: Jackson Curtis