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21 Aug 2024

Embracing sustainable living: Insights from Lived In Eco Homes

Embracing sustainable living: Insights from Lived In Eco Homes The demand for eco-friendly homebuilders and sustainable homes is growing across Australia, from temperate regions to tropical and sub-tropical climates. Lived In Eco Homes is a unique platform that connects homeowners, renovators, and builders with real-life examples of energy-efficient, healthy, and comfortable homes designed for different […]
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Embracing sustainable living: Insights from Lived In Eco Homes

The demand for eco-friendly homebuilders and sustainable homes is growing across Australia, from temperate regions to tropical and sub-tropical climates. Lived In Eco Homes is a unique platform that connects homeowners, renovators, and builders with real-life examples of energy-efficient, healthy, and comfortable homes designed for different Australian environments.

Exploring real-life sustainable homes

Lived In Eco Homes showcases a diverse range of sustainable homes and their owners across Australia, each reflecting the unique challenges and opportunities of their location, including:

  • Off-grid home in Townsville CBD—A tropical energy-efficient home built by a volume builder and recognised in the HIA Greensmart awards.
  • Grid-connected hempcrete house in Tasmania—A passive solar home using hempcrete, battery backup, double glazing, and natural materials to suit a temperate climate.
  • Inner west passive house in Melbourne—A transformed heritage shopfront designed to passive house standards for high energy efficiency.

Learn from experienced homeowners

One of the key features of Lived In Eco Homes is the ability to connect with homeowners who have already built or renovated sustainable homes. Whether you're planning an off-grid home in the tropics, a passive solar house in a cool climate, or something in between, you can browse homes, book conversations, and gain firsthand insights.

Stay updated on sustainable home innovations

The platform also shares news and insights on sustainable design, energy-efficient building materials, and future-proofing your home, keeping you informed about the latest innovations in eco-friendly construction.

Start your sustainable home journey today

Wherever you live in Australia—whether it's a hot and humid tropical zone, a mild coastal area, or a cooler inland regionLived In Eco Homes provides inspiration, resources, and real-life examples to help you make informed choices.

Explore the possibilities of sustainable living today with Lived In Eco Homes!

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The experiences and opinions shared on this site and by homeowners are general in nature. The information is relevant to their situation and available at the time of their build or renovation. Products, situations, and contexts change. Please talk to a qualified architect, builder, or industry professional for advice specific to your circumstances. A small % of booking fees goes to Lived In Eco Homes.

Lived In Eco Homes acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Country we work and build on. The founders live on Bunurong/Boon Wurrung Country.

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