The Block 2023 - House No. 5 by Australian Glass Group

ArchiPro Project Summary - A stunning transformation of a 1950s home into a modern, energy-efficient dwelling featuring open spaces and extensive glass, achieving a 7-star energy rating while maintaining warmth and elegance.

Title:: The Block 2023 - House No. 5
Manufacturers and Supplier:: Australian Glass Group
Category:: Residential/; New Builds
Photographers:: Marnie Hawson and Peter Hyatt

The transformation of House 5, an outdated 1950s home into a modern, family-centric, and energy efficient dwelling that captures the essence of contemporary design while retaining a 7-star energy rating was a challenging task. The design of The Block 2023’s largest home, features substantial open spaces and extensive use of glass that could have potentially led to significant energy loss, inconsistent indoor temperatures, and compromised comfort.

Furthermore, in a mid-century transformation with such volume, there was a risk of design elements feeling cold or disconnected from the envisaged warmth and elegance. The use of glass, especially in large areas like the grand foyer and the extensive sliding doors, meant that the chosen glazing solution had to align with the home’s energy efficiency goals while complementing its aesthetics.

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AGG Insulglass LowE Plus^® clear double glazing, housed within German-engineered woodgrain aluplast uPVC Ideal 4000 system joinery fabricated by Astellite, presented the optimal solution. These windows and doors offered Uv-values of 1.6 and SHGC (Solar Heat Gain Coefficient) between 0.40 – 0.45. In simpler terms, this means the glazing provided superior insulation, reducing heat loss during colder months, and preventing excess solar heat entry during warmer days. This high performance glazing supported the home’s 7-star energy efficiency ambitions, allowing the occupants to enjoy the benefits of vast expanses of glass without energy compromises.

From a design perspective, using LowE Plus double glazing in aluplast woodec uPVC surface seamlessly blended with the home’s aesthetic aspirations. The entrance, intriguingly set to the side rather than the front, boasts a timber-slatted enclave that harmoniously contrasts with the glass front door, echoing the fusion of modernity with rustic charm. This feeling continues with large sliding doors offering transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces. The glazing ensures that these expansive openings do not become energy drains while providing clear, unobstructed views of the gardens and pool area.

One of the standout areas where the glazing truly shines is the living zone. A unique round glass and steel fireplace, paired with expanses of high-performance glazing, ensures a cosy atmosphere. The house’s other areas, like the upstairs bedrooms and the pool-adjacent guest suite, which opens up through timber-encased looking bifold doors, further benefit from the double glazing by ensuring comfort and energy efficiency, irrespective of the season.

Beyond the palpable warmth and comfort, sustainable features such as zoned ducted heating/air conditioning, sensor lighting, and instant hot water accentuate the eco-friendly focus of this mid-century transformation.

“Astellite take great pride in its contribution to ‘The Block’ House 5, creating more than just windows, but a dedicated commitment to revolutionizing Australian living. Our windows not only enhance your living experience but also seamlessly integrate with a sustainable and energy-efficient lifestyle, thanks to our cutting-edge aluplast profiles and glazing solutions,” cited Astellite Directors, Lukas and Peter Kot.

High performance glazing was pivotal in transforming 22 Charming Street into a luxury family home with contemporary functionality. The LowE Plus double glazing in aluplasts’ woodec uPVC surface not only ensured that the house achieved its energy efficiency goals but also elevated the aesthetic coherence and comfort of the entire home.

At auction time, House 5 sold for $4.3M.

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Australian Glass Group. We are one of the markets’ leading glass processors offering high performance glass products made right here in Australia from one of our three local processing plants: NSW, VIC and TAS. Our Vision To be the Service and Product differentiated market leader in double glazed units across South East Australia. Our Values Go home Safe every day Do it Right first time, every time Put the Customer at the centre of everything we do Recruit, train, respect, inspire and develop our People every day Take Ownership in everything we do One Business, One Team Our Value Proposition Service Excellence Product Leadership Make it Easy to do Business with AGG We are your glass experts and can help with solutions to meet your needs as well as satisfy NCC requirements with certified compliance. We believe in beautiful sustainable buildings and support Australia’s internal and external Climate Change goals. We do this through our passion and sharing of our knowledge and experience to guarantee the best possible outcome of higher quality glazing in the use of our buildings that are Energy Efficient. We specialise in high performing LowE Double Glazing and boast a wide range of options available to suit your needs. Detailed glazing specification reports are available for your project as well as full engineered design and sign-off solutions.