This week we come to you from the gorgeous green house in Durban, which is the culmination of one couple's desire to 'live more gently on the planet'. Building the house was an eight-year epic for couple Jane Troughton and Greg Courtney, set in motion by local shortfalls in water and electricity supply. Taking the approach of what they could do for their environment, they renovated the energy and water inefficient home that once stood there, then set about creating a model for living sustainably, and in style. Every green element was considered when creating this house, from design and technology to the garden and building materials. Blending a mix of contemporary and antique pieces inside, the exterior of the house takes centre stage, with a multitude of windows and glass sliding doors, inviting the outside in. http://www.topbilling.com

Comments

1. I love the concept they used for ventilation. Simply beautiful.
2. Such an inspiration! Well done, Jane and Greg!
3. Well done Sagnelli architects on designing this amazing home. Really an intro into the future of Eco-friendly design in Architecture.