Core 9

by Beaumont Concepts

The Core range of residential properties by Beaumont Concepts aims to change the way we think about affordable sustainable housing. Specifically designed for the Australian climate, the stylish, low maintenance and compact three-bedroom design can be adapted for energy ratings from 6 to 10-star to suit a range of budgets.

The aim of the Core 9 project was to create a sustainable house for the Australian housing market, combining passive solar design principles and standard construction practices to create maximum energy efficiency in an affordable home. The design is suitable for the Australian climate and can be adapted to any location.

Beaumont Concepts firmly believe good design principles should be available to everyone who wants to build their own home, regardless of budget.

Beaumont Concepts used environmentally friendly building products in order to reduce the impact of the construction on the environment. Construction materials were selected to ensure minimal maintenance and longevity.

To keep costs as low as possible, Beaumont Concepts employed standard construction methods, but used them in a different way to increase their performance. The use of the inverted roof truss allows more light into the building but doesn’t require any specialist construction methods or additional costs.

The Core 9 home is backed by three years of research and development, ensuring the house performs extremely well compared to other designs of the same star rating.

The research and development of Core 9 also covered all the products used in the house and the construction methods. Three separate independent assessments can verify the energy efficiency and thermal performance of the home.

Beaumont Concepts has created a formula for sustainable design – through a volumetric (or isometric) scale to the house. There is a ratio for the width and length of the build and a separate ratio for the width and height. The area for cladding around the external walls was equal to the floor area and by keeping to this ratio, they achieved extremely high energy efficiency. The firm is continuing to work on the formula for this ratio and hope that it will one day become a standard reference for builders and designers.

Beaumont Concepts set out to design a house suitable for the modern family, with three bedrooms, two bathrooms and opening plan living areas. The design was adapted to increase the northern light and maximise cross ventilation. Through constant refinement the studio eliminated wasted space (such as hallways and entrance areas) reducing construction costs as well as heating and cooling loads.

The Core 9 house is designed to utilize natural elements and make maximum use of sunlight, wind direction and environmental factors. The open plan, shared living space encourages an inclusive social dynamic. The design can be adapted for different star ratings and budgets. While the configuration of the house remains the same, the different energy ratings are achieved through changes in the material specifications. The higher the rating, the better the house performs.

C.O.R.E – Carbon positive. Zero Waste. Recyclability. Economics.

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