Archive for October, 2015

Roof-Top Hot Tub

Posted on: October 31st, 2015 by Barley Store

 
The Hot Tub up on the roof is finally ready to go, and doesn’t it just look fantastic!
Just like the theory of the rest of the house, it has the ability to be a cool plunge pool in summer, and a steamy spa during winter.
The cedar smells wonderful, and the Hot Tub from Ukko Hot Tubs that was installed so long ago is now in full use.


Hot Tub

Blower Door Test Round 2

Posted on: October 29th, 2015 by Barley Store

 
Efficiency Matrix were integral to testing the 5×4 Project for air tightness.

We were aiming to hit standards developed in Europe by Passive house. One of these tests involved a Blower Door Test – stay tuned for the results!


The Evolution of Heating the Home
 
Blower Door

5×4 Hayes Lane Project airing on Foxtel, Lifestyle Channel – 106

Posted on: October 29th, 2015 by Barley Store

 
Why so quiet??? What have we been doing?
 


Securing the final piece

Securing the final piece


 

 
You can find out…
Just Head to Grand Designs Australia.  

 

 

Clean and clear – Diamond Energy

Posted on: October 28th, 2015 by Barley Store

 
Here is a bit of information on Diamond Energy, our energy retailers that are up to a whole heap of good.


Diamond Energy

Diamond Energy



Diamond Energy started in 2004 with a small, passionate team and a vision to “generate change”. Their first step was to develop their own Greenpower Accredited renewable generators which continue to operate in Northern Victoria.
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Grand Designs Series 6 First Look!

Posted on: October 28th, 2015 by Barley Store

 


GD Sneak Peek First

 
Grand Designs have released a Initial Sneak Peak of their 6th season – and the 5×4 Hayes Lane Project is the main feature! Ralph even gets a few words in there as well!
 
Head to our Facebook Page to see the short video…

Dyson

Posted on: October 28th, 2015 by Barley Store

Dyson have come on board with the Project, supplying us with a V6 Absolute Handstick Vacuum! The V6 Absolute from Dyson is the perfect vacuum for the small spaces of the 5×4 House
 

Changeable heads to suit the cleaning environment

Changeable heads to suit the cleaning environment


Dyson-designed tools remove dust, dirt and allergens from hard-to-reach places around the home – and we have more than a few hard-to-reach spaces.  
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One Step Off The Grid

Posted on: October 14th, 2015 by Barley Store

 
Ralph recently had an interview with Giles Parkinson, from One Step Off The Grid, about the 5×4 Hayes Lane Project and his zero carbon lifestyle.
 
Please click on the picture below to read the full article, or head to their website: onestepoffthegrid.com.au
 

Click Here to read the full article!

^Click Here to read the full article!