This architecturally designed 3 bedroom bungalow was one of the ACTEW /Jen-Vue resource efficient home constructed in Nicholls in the late 1990's and could still be considered to be ahead of its time. The home has numerous energy efficiency features culminating in an EER rating at the maximum level of 6 – this means cheaper energy bills in winter and cooler summers. The home was originally designed for first home buyers but also appeals as the ultimate downsize alternative with its easy care interiors and low maintenance gardens and courtyards. The gardens are now a kaleidiscope of color with both extensive flower and vegetable beds. The family room and kitchen areas are quite stunning with high raked ceilings and dormer window allowing light to stream in or open the western red cedar sliding doors to the north facing courtyard to enjoy alfresco living. The home also has a single garage with remote door and internal access. Nicholls enjoys the lifestyle benefits of the lake, 2 golf courses and 2 clubs and the home is in walking distance to the preschool, Gold Creek primary and high schools and local shops. 

Energy Features Include:

* Built of 250mm autoclaved aerated concrete 
* Inside walls are of 90mm Besser blocks for the complete insulation solution 
* Windows are timber framed and double glazed 
* Roof is color bond to restrict air movement in the roof cavity so as to improve the insulation value 
* A ventilating fan in the family room can be used on hot summer nights to move unwanted hot air 
* Air Transfer ducts have been used to take over-heated air from the family room and distribute to other rooms during cold weather 
* Double-glazed north facing dormer window provides additional light for the family and kitchen areas 
* Radiant ceiling heating 
* Trombe wall in the main bedroom (low brick wall behind the north facing window which acts as a convection heater) 
* Heat absorbent ceramic tiles have been widely used.