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Australian architectural studio Beaumont Concepts,
. . . has completed a stylish, and affordable,
. . . carbon positive home,
. . . located in the coastal town of Cape Patterson in Victoria.
Dubbed CORE 9,
. . . the prototype is designed to provide a better housing solution,
. . . that is not only cost effective,
. . . but also sustainably superior.

CORE 9 prototype, is a
. . . 131-sq m (1,410 sq ft) family home, featuring:
. . . . . . modern kitchen,
. . . . . . open-plan living, and dining,
. . . . . . 3 bedrooms,
. . . . . . 2 bathrooms,
. . . . . . outdoor terraces, and a
. . . . . . 2 -car garage.
The dwelling has been designed to maximize natural light from the north,
. . . as well as cross ventilation,
. . . throughout the entire day.

CORE 9 home incorporates the use of:
. . . . . . solar hot water system,
. . . . . . rain water harvesting, and
. . . . . . solar electric  power.
The roof is fitted with a series of photovoltaic panels, and
. . . it is anticipated that the home's annual energy costs will be as little as
. . . US$70 to run all year.

4-20-2018 Source:  CORE9: Annual #home expenses $70 a full year