Design Intent
The 2+1 (C) is designed to sit comfortably within established residential streetscapes — using familiar forms, materials and proportions that reflect the character of regional Queensland communities rather than announcing itself as social housing. The dedicated multipurpose room is a deliberate design choice that gives housing providers and tenants genuine flexibility: it can function as a study, a carer’s room, a children’s bedroom, or a home office depending on the household’s needs and circumstances. This adaptability makes the 2+1 (C) particularly well-suited to a wide range of allocation types within social and affordable housing developments.
Key Features
- Full-size kitchen
- Flexible multipurpose room
- Rear covered outdoor entertaining area
- Covered carport
- Covered front veranda
Performance & Construction
The 2+1 (C) is constructed using traditional methods on a compact, efficient footprint that is well-suited to standard residential sites across regional Queensland. The design incorporates passive design principles — including cross-flow ventilation and climate-responsive orientation — to maintain comfortable internal temperatures year-round and reduce tenants’ energy costs. The carport configuration, rather than a full lock-up garage, reduces construction cost and complexity while maintaining practical covered car accommodation. This makes the 2+1 (C) a cost-effective option for housing providers seeking to maximise dwelling yield within a development budget.