The Greenhouse is a refined rural retreat that reflects a deep commitment to sustainability and design. Located on generous acreage outside Brisbane, this home is the result of thoughtful collaboration between Shaun Lockyer Architects, Healthy Abode Living, and a close-knit team of friends and builders. Every decision supports a shared vision\u2014one that values environmental care, timeless materials, and architectural poetry.<\/p>\n\n
Inside, the living room serves as the soul of the home. Here, the Seguin Multivision 8000 Double Sided wood fireplace<\/em> takes centre stage. Supplied by Sculpt Fireplace Collection, this cast iron fireplace is set into a feature brick wall that defines the open-plan layout. It warms both the living and dining areas, bridging zones with function and form. More than a heat source, it anchors the home\u2019s aesthetic\u2014a tactile, visual link between comfort and sustainability.<\/p>\n\n The design continues a legacy started with Lockyer\u2019s Hinterland House\u2014a reinterpretation of the classic farmhouse. At The Greenhouse, industrial touches blend with finely crafted timbers. The home balances traditional pitched roofs with a courtyard-based floor plan. This blend of old and new brings familiarity while embracing modern performance.<\/p>\n\n Strategic orientation allows the house to harness solar gain and cross-ventilation. It lives in tune with the land. Breezes flow naturally through the interiors, and wide openings offer seamless transitions to outdoor courtyards. Every space invites connection\u2014to nature, to family, and to self.<\/p>\n\n The material palette speaks softly: brick, timber, steel, and glass used with intention and restraint. These elements ground the architecture, making it feel honest, warm, and enduring.<\/p>\n\n