Ferrars & York

Ferrars & York is a distinguished development of 22 carbon-neutral apartments, located just 100 meters from South Melbourne Market. This project has garnered acclaim as the 2024 Victorian Architecture Awards Multiple Housing Category Winner and the 2023 Architecture & Design Sustainability Awards 'Best of the Best' Winner, celebrating excellence in climate-resilient design and sustainable construction.

Designed by Six Degrees Architects, enabled by HIP V. HYPE, and built by Ironside, Ferrars & York operates entirely on renewable energy. The building boasts an impressive average energy rating of 8.6 stars (out of 10), reflecting its superior thermal performance, acoustic comfort, and energy efficiency.

STIEBEL ELTRON has made a significant contribution to Ferrars & York by supplying two WPL-A 07 air source hydronic heat pumps and four SBB DHW Cylinders. This system ensures reliable all-electric hot water throughout the building. Integrated with an ISG, the heat pumps facilitate virtual commissioning and remote monitoring, enhancing the system's efficiency and ease of management.

Ferrars & York is powered entirely by electricity from a blend of on-site and off-site renewable sources, achieving net carbon neutrality and reducing energy costs. The building features 20kWh of solar PV, primarily serving the ground floor retail, with excess energy shared among the apartments. It includes high-quality insulation, Binq high-performance windows for improved thermal control and cross-ventilation, and additional features such as energy recovery ventilation, rainwater collection, bike parking, low VOC materials, and electric vehicle charging. The dual east-west orientation enhances cross ventilation and solar gain, while open walkways and a communal roof yard with a fireplace and BBQ area foster community interaction.

Ferrars & York exemplifies a commitment to quality, durability, and sustainability. STIEBEL ELTRON is proud to support this innovative project with advanced heat pump technology and remote service capabilities, contributing to its goals of energy efficiency and minimal environmental impact.