Taylor River Home
It shows how convincing the benefits of SIP construction is when a local architect chooses it for the build of his own home. After working alongside Tim Barton on the Waikawa Formance House, he decided to incorporate the SIP panels into his own house. SIP panels provide high insulation, high strength and a low eco-footprint in the building envelope.
Being invested in the principles of SIPs, allowances were made in the floor for an internal service cavity for all plumbing pipes and electrical cables. This allowed for shadow clad ply linings to the ceilings, complemented by the exposed rafters and beams to the lounge.
The OSB facing of the panels was left exposed as the interior lining, and matching OSB sheets were sourced to line the internal walls to match. This reduced the need for additional material to minimise the eco-footprint of the home. Sealing of the joints between panels and sheets helped to gain an airtight building envelope.
The Elm staircase and flooring sourced from a local sawmill are a feature and highlight of the house. Elm timber is a great hardwood alternative that offers a rich colour palette with very distinctive textures.
Despite the challenges that Covid-19 threw at us, creating a product that meets the client's comfort, finish and expectation has been a reward on this project.
Floor Area: 310 squ. metres
Year: 2020
Type: New Build
Location: Blenheim
