Australian studio Nielsen Jenkins built the Mt Coot-Tha House to withstand extreme conditions such as bushfires. The house sits on a challenging site due to its steep slope at the foot of the structure. The local studio designed the home in a series of low-sloping units, liked by a triple-height staircase. This is to satisfy the building requirements established by the second-highest bushfire attack level.
The durable family home boasts lush green courtyards protected from extreme fires by its high blockwork walls. Boasting a ground floor garage, a large living room, dining, and kitchen area on the first floor, Mt Coot-Tha House is complete with a designated space for the main bedrooms on the second floor,
Bushfire-Resistant Homes
Mt Coot-Tha House is Built to Withstand Extreme Conditions
Trend Themes
1. Fireproof Building Materials - Develop fireproof building materials for structures that can withstand extreme conditions such as bushfires and protect homes from damage.
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Industry Implications
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