17 Mandolong Road
Mandolong House was completed in July 2008, following extensive refurbishment. The grandeur of the original two storey Victorian home has been juxtaposed with sharp modern details and generous landscaping.
A number of ESD initiatives have been implemented: a grey water re-use system has been installed to feed toilet flushing and irrigation, and the capacity for stormwater collection and retention has been augmented. The modifications allow greater opportunity for natural lighting and a concrete slab to the new living areas utilises passive solar gain in winter and promotes cooling in summer.
The main entry (via a porte-cochere) is flanked by the traditional formal lounge and dining rooms, which have been restored with original and modern fixtures. The living area at the rear of the house has been reconfigured to create a continuous flow to the outside, with bifold doors opening full width beneath a cantilevered awning.
