Display / Project Home

The Catalina 10-star-rated display home proves that high-performance, future-ready housing can be both beautiful and deeply sustainable. Designed by Solar Dwellings and built by Nulook Homes, the home achieves 105% net zero performance, with passive solar design principles, battery storage, solar panels, EV charging and greywater systems built in. Locally sourced rammed earth walls, recycled bricks, reclaimed timber and low-carbon concrete all contribute to its low embodied energy footprint. Intelligent automation controls lighting, security, shading and kitchen access, while Livable Housing Australia Silver-level accessibility features make the home adaptable for all ages and needs. Smart design enables year-round comfort without the need for mechanical heating or cooling. Cross ventilation, thermal mass, airtight windows and strategic shading all work together to maintain stable indoor temperatures. Beyond innovation, this home is a warm, inviting space and a powerful example of how sustainable building can be scalable, practical and inspiring for the next generation.