The motivation for the ‘5x4 Hayes Lane Project,’ is to construct a dwelling utilizing a small foot print of land. The space is to be livable, functional and aesthetically grounded in a contemporary design. The engineering and materials in this project should be celebrated and on show. ‘5x4 Hayes Lane Projects,’ focus is to do all this in a environmentally responsible manner, looking at the whole life cycle of the dwelling. From conception to decommission. The project needs to bring together all the specialist in their respective fields to contribute to the success of achieving these goals. With the knowledge gained through the process, the project should be used as a vehicle to showcase, demonstrate and share the outcomes.