Living on an island

Home in Tasmania

Living on an island is the dream of many. But it’s not always possible. But it is possible to live on an island in Tasmania. In a small house. With all the amenities you need. So, if you’re looking for a change of life in the new year, know that it is possible to live on an island, in a minimal but satisfying way. So if you’re ready, we can jump into our mini guide together. We’ll give you all the info on this mini gem of real estate. A small but functional house. So, let’s start our column on how to live on an island together!

Living on an island
Credits:Rob Maver/Maguire + Devin Architects

The area

Let’s start with the premise that, before you know what any property looks like, you need to understand where it is located. The reference area is fi Bruny Island. Near Tasmania. In Australia. Needless to say, this is a very special area, surrounded by greenery and wild nature. The island itself is divided into two parts, joined by a narrow isthmus called the neck. This element is particularly well known to tourists, as it is marvellous in terms of landscape. In fact, every year, many travellers decide to visit this unspoilt area. It is also worth mentioning the presence of the famous diabase stacks, which are among the tallest in the whole of Oceania. In short, from this brief description, it’s not surprising that many people want to settle on this island in Australia.

Living on an island: the home

After discovering the reasons why it pays to live on an island like Bruny, let’s look at the structure of the day. The house is nothing short of a marvel of sustainability. It is in fact the brainchild of its owner. She lived in Japan for many years, admiring and absorbing the local culture. So she decided to reproduce the main sustainable systems, such as collecting rainwater in tanks. Which is then heated by solar panels. A useful, beneficial and super sustainable continuum. The house also has a large storage area for firewood, to encourage the use of this natural resource.

The furniture

Let’s now take a look at the best furniture for living on an island. Almost all of it is built-in, except for the mattress and of course the chairs. The exterior is completely covered with wood and metal panels. The purpose? To resist fires, which are unfortunately frequent in the area due to its geography. No room is painted. But everything is entirely covered in wood. Ideal for insulating and maintaining heat in the colder months. Minimalism is therefore the most popular style. But design with eco-sustainable and warm light bulbs (LED) is still present.

The price

The price of this house is still unknown. The current owner has put negotiations on hold due to the Covid emergency. But if you want to know more, please continue to follow us on our portal. Every day you will have numerous news, ideas on the world real estate market. Always with you, always with Realigro Real Estate !


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