'Marcel’s Strawbale House' – SHD Home Tour

Sustainable House Day is an event from Renew that provides the opportunity to explore some of Australia’s most inspiring homes, and learn from the people who designed them, built them, and live in them.

Please note that you will need to book in to a specific tour time, and if you do not arrive at this time you will not be able to tour the home. This is due to capacity restraints set by the homeowner to ensure the safety of all parties on the day.

You will be sent the address in the days before the event. 

About this home

Nestled in the snowy mountains, this strawbale house embodies a 20-year dream of sustainable living. Recycled materials and thick straw walls, paired with European windows, ensure year-round comfort. With minimal heating required from a wood fire stove, solar warmth further enhances coziness. The home also boasts a greenhouse, chicken coop, and beekeeping, fostering an eco-conscious lifestyle.

Learn more about this house and explore other homes taking part. 

Details

• You will receive the address to attend the sessions in the days before the event;
• Homes are only open on the day, and session times are stipulated on your ticket;
• The ticket price is split between the homeowner and Renew, to facilitate Sustainable House Day as a non profit event;
• Sustainable House Day is an event by Renew, and national non-profit organisation working to transform homes for climate and energy resilience.You can become a member of Renew or subscribe to our magazines Renew and Sanctuary here.  

Notes from the homeowner

"Please take your shoes off when coming into the home."

Terms and Conditions

In respect of the homeowners who generously open their homes and share their knowledge we ask that visitors observe these courtesies. By purchasing a ticket you agree these terms and conditions:

• Open date and session times: Homes are only open on the day and session time stipulated on your ticket;
• Owner privacy: As you will be visiting a private property please show respect for the homeowner's privacy;
• General Health: Adhere to safe distancing under the Covid regulations, please do not attend if you have covid and if you are immune compromised wear a mask;
• Etiquette: Do not remove anything from the property. Do not enter areas that the homeowner has directed you not to. Do take away anything you bring with you and do not litter;
• Children: Please be mindful that each home has limited overall capacity, and leave your kids at home if possible. Babies do not need to be added to booking details, but you will need to leave your pram outside. You are responsible for supervising children and we ask that their behaviour does not distract from the quality of the experience for other visitors;
• Dogs: Dogs (except assistance) are not allowed at properties;
• Parking: If parking directions are offered, please obey them, and ensure others can enter and leave the property and other properties in the street without inconvenience;
• Photography: Please check that the owner is happy for you to take photographs before doing so. Photographs taken cannot be used for commercial purposes without prior permission of the homeowner;
• Bathrooms: Visitors will not have access to Open House bathrooms, unless advised by homeowner. Here is the link to a handy app for public toilets all over Australia if you need. https://toiletmap.gov.au/;
• Exceptional cancellations: If the event is cancelled by the homeowner, a full refund will be provided and you will be notified as soon as possible.

Our sponsors

Sustainable House Day wouldn't be possible without our amazing sponsors, we are so grateful for their support. You can learn about our sponsors here.