This south-facing property at Murrays Beach, Port Macquarie, presented some site difficulties including narrow frontage to the street and cross fall to the eastern side. To achieve maximum solar passive design principles as well as a connection with the outdoors, a split-level floorplan was used. With the clever use of lightweight construction techniques, site excavation was minimised and the elevation increased to gain water views, solar access and improved ventilation. Living Green is a regular entrant in the MBA Housing Awards. Its homes are prefabricated off site, which can save on-site construction time of some four to five months. The judges said the entry this year is a winner, with all trades completed to a high standard.