Specialising in Eco-Friendly Designs

Dion Seminara Architecture, now known as dsarchitecture, specialises in that cost less to run whilst saving the environment at the same time.

We achieve this by taking advantage of natural cooling breezes, whilst protecting the main living areas of your home from the harsh summer sun. As specialists in we can create a home for you that is perfectly suited to the local climate, making it cheaper to run and beautifully comfortable all year round.

Our stunning designs promote:

• Breezeways and natural convection
• Open design for flow-through ventilation
• Well-orientated living areas
• Low impact housing footprint
• Outdoor spaces connecting to main living spaces
• Drought tolerance
• Adjustable shading devices for solar protection
• Wide eaves for controlled solar protection
• Large covered decks/terraces
• Inclusion of solar heating, water tanks and grey water re-cycling systems
• The inclusion of light coloured surfaces, particularly roofs
• Adaptability and accessibility for aging/less mobile residents (optional as needed)

We also understand the important role of sub-tropical garden design in creating sustainable, eco-friendly homes. Simple strategies like replacing concrete and paving with ground cover plants can significantly lower your summertime temperatures in your home.

So if lowering your power bills and reducing your carbon footprint are important to you, then talk to the sustainability experts. Call Dion Seminara Architecture today on (07) 3899 9450 or visit our website and let us create a stunning eco-friendly design for your new home or renovation.