Jones by DiMase Architects

ArchiPro Project Summary - Renovation of a two-storey warehouse in Melbourne achieving high energy efficiency with a focus on sustainability and industrial heritage.

Title:: Jones
Architect:: DiMase Architects
Category:: Residential/; Renovations and Extensions
Completed:: 2016
Photographers:: Trevor Mein

The renovation project for a two-storey warehouse in Melbourne, Australia focused on achieving the Passive House (PassivHaus) standard, which is a voluntary European building standard that aims to provide a comfortable internal environment while reducing household energy use by up to 90%.

The project involved a complete restructuring to meet the Passive House requirements and the client’s needs, with an emphasis on sustainability.

Although the finished project did not receive official PassivHaus accreditation, it earned a 7.1 Star rating under the Australian NATHERS energy efficiency rating tool, indicating its high level of energy efficiency. The renovation incorporated several energy-saving techniques, such as airtightness, triple glazed glass, thermal bridging, and two types of insulation, to retain thermal energy inside the home and reduce energy consumption.

In addition to energy efficiency, the renovation also paid tribute to the building’s warehouse heritage by combining industrial elements, such as exposed steel beams and metal finishes, with natural timbers.

The ground floor was divided into separate spaces, including bedrooms, a study, bathroom, and laundry, while the first floor featured an open, expansive living area with city views and outdoor living space.

Overall, the renovation successfully achieved a high level of sustainability, energy efficiency, and functionality while creating an aesthetically pleasing living space.

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Double glazed skylight and U-form stained glass atrium

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Professionals used

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DiMase Architects

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Fitzroy North, Melbourne, Victoria

DiMase Architects. At DiMase Architects, we strive to deliver practical and thoughtful projects that improve people’s lives. Our focus on service excellence is at the core of our work, as we aim to create healthy and restorative spaces for living and working. We are deeply invested in our local and architectural communities, fostering connections and collaboration. Our passion lies in the intersection of people and the environment. We are advocates for good design and actively engage in the fight against climate change. Through continuous improvement, we learn from our experiences, successes, and mistakes, ensuring that our practice evolves and endures. We are proactive, self-critical, and mindful of others, committed to creating a sustainable and worthwhile architectural practice. DiMase Architects provides tailored architectural services that meet our clients’ specific needs. By understanding their brief, budget, aspirations, location, and project type, we collaborate closely with key stakeholders to deliver exceptional outcomes. Clients choose DiMase Architects for our experience, design approach, and dedication to sustainability.