Rules for relaxed living

• Ray and Mary sited their small vege patch, with silverbeet, spinach and lettuce, in a raised bed right outside their living area so it’s quick to access and simple to look after.

• Two tiny strips of lawn take all the stress out of mowing.

• The home’s lighting and sound system is electronically controlled using C-Bus technology.

• With smart features such as thermally broken aluminium joinery and solar passive heating design, the couple say their home is very user-friendly, warm and comfortable all year round.