Australian Capital Territory
The Atkinson Recycle demonstrates the enormous potential within Canberra’s existing housing stock by transforming a classic Canberra 413 ‘exgovie’ into an energy efficient, family home.
In 1882 the Atkinson cycle was designed to provide efficiency at the expense of power density. In 2022, this little house was redesigned to provide efficiency at the expense of unnecessary floor area and embodied carbon.
The original ‘exgovvie’ character remains while the functionality and sustainability have been dramatic dramatically improved. The revitalized home achieves an impressive energy efficiency rating of 7.2 stars and uses more than 60% **less** energy than the average Canberra home.
With careful attention to detail, including a refreshed façade and thoughtful interior design, the home seamlessly blends with its surroundings while offering modern comforts and a very small carbon footprint.
This exemplary project demonstrates a commitment to sustainable suburb reinvigoration and sets a benchmark for sensitive yet innovative housing transformation.
When you have a small house, each aspect of the design matters. Every inch of our house
was purposefully thought through to maximise utility and sustainability, without
compromising on aesthetics. The way that 360 and Light House worked together to deliver
us an efficient, quality, and beautiful home has made us extremely happy, and has
exceeded all of our expectations. We are looking forward to living in our home with our
family for many years to come.
The Australian Institute of Architects acknowledges First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands, waters, and skies of the continent now called Australia.
We express our gratitude to their Elders and Knowledge Holders whose wisdom, actions and knowledge have kept culture alive.
We recognise First Nations peoples as the first architects and builders. We appreciate their continuing work on Country from pre-invasion times to contemporary First Nations architects, and respect their rights to continue to care for Country.
