Delivered by HIP V. HYPE, the Davison Collaborative is a case study on sustainable density and a showcase for HIP V. HYPE's interdisciplinary approach. Working together from inception to build, our projects and sustainability teams, in partnership with Archier architects, converted one post-war suburban house into three fossil fuel free, 100% electric town houses.

Our performance based analysis created a sustainable design, systems and servicing approach that ensures these homes are a pleasure to live in.

Client

Davison Collaborative

Type

Sustainable Design, Strategy & Implementation

Location

Brunswick, VIC

Stage

Complete

Collaborators

HIP V. HYPE Projects
Archier
Binq Windows
Sonnen
Stiebel Eltron
Caroma
SBLA

Photography

Tess Kelly

Context

This project tested a Structurally Insulated Panels (SIPs) construction system to confirm their efficiency both in speed of build and thermal performance in operation. High performing tilt and turn windows and doors further enhance the thermal envelope.

Installing solar panels, sonnen battery technology, electric heat pumps for hot water and hydronic heating, and an energy recovery ventilation system, this project tests innovative technologies for small scale residential.

– Sustainability Opportunities Assessment to Inform Early Design

– Sustainability Management Plan for Town Planning

– Sustainable Design and Systems: Integration Checklist

– Average 8 Star NatHERS Rating

– All electric homes with solar and batteries enabling fossil fuel free, net energy positive living

– Energy Recovery Ventilation System to maintain comfortable temperatures year round