Stamp House in Queensland is a revolutionary development designed by the practice of Charles Wright Architects and constitutes a realistic example of a self-sufficient home of the future. Built on an ecologically sensitive site on the edge of a beachfront rainforest, the project demanded a time consuming yet dynamic approach, in order to receive planning permission from several government agencies before the construction could begin.
The design which ultimately met all of the demands is a unique two level off grid structure, built of pre-cast and on site poured concrete, cantilevered over a lake. Access is via a bridge walkway which leads into the central living space and the private quarters are in the wings which radiate from the central core. A vital aspect of this stunning design is that it has been made to withstand the fiercest of cyclones and subsequent flooding, which is a common danger in the area.
As an off grid project, innovative engineering systems are employed to ensure the efficient functioning of the home. A solar paneled roof and thermal mass engineering for cooling and heating systems and energy conservation via an automated system have been established. On-site sewage treatment, water harvesting, recycling and reticulation systems are all part of this unique project, a neutral carbon home which is perhaps a home of tomorrow.
