Situated adjacent to the Blue Mountains National Park, Rear View House offers connection and views of this unique landscape through Paarhammer Bushfire Safe BAL-FZ (Flame Zone) windows and doors.
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The rear of the building features large glazing in the living areas whereas at the front of the house clerestory windows let in the sunshine. These high-level windows are partly made with fixed glazing and partly openable for cross ventilation.
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All window and door frames as well as the entrance door were made from FSC® certified Manilkara Bidentata timber, which is self-extinguishing.
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Windows and doors are double glazed with the inner pane made from intumescent glazing. Paarhammer BAL-FZ products have been tested and approved, and are compliant to the Australian Standard for Building in Flame Zone without the need for shutters.
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Additional benefits of these windows and doors are their thermal properties, energy savings, and interior comfort they provide.
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Recycled brickwork and timber detailing give parts of the interior a relaxed, warm, and inviting feeling. Recycled brickwork is also used for the exterior exposed surfaces.
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Project details
Project: Rear View House
Sector: Residential
Architect: Ingrid Donald Architects
Products: Paarhammer Bushfire Safe BAL-FZ (Flame Zone) windows and doors
Photographer: Phillip Sage