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heating includes a ‘clean-air’ wetback fireplace, a multi-zone underfloor heating system and heat pumps, all powered through a 5.5kwh solar system that can be controlled from anywhere. The home earned a Sustainability Lifestyle Award. For further details, contact Fowler Homes Southern Lakes, phone (03) 441 1036, email: [email protected], or alternatively go to the national website: www.fowlerhomes.co.nz save & share 47486 at trendsideas.com Above and left: The upper main living level offers plenty of family and entertaining options, with a striking cedar t&g ceiling, stone fireplace, separate lounge, dining, kitchen and living – all with direct access to the sun balcony. The house has a strong sustainability component and is close to energy neutral. No fossil fuels are used for heating or cooking, low-energy appliances feature, and the home can be compartmentalised for efficient heating. These are just some of the many green advantages. search | save | share at trendsideas.com