The above rendering shows a prototype Lightweight Composite concrete house designed by John August. Although this 1200 square foot, two bedroom home was created specifically to address the need for a low cost/high performance living environment in Hawaii, its design can be easily adapted for any climate. The interior is arranged on a compass orientation (the view is off the north east corner), thus the interplay of sunlight is a significant feature.
As a small, single family residence, the compact floor plan provides ample space for the basics. The north entry vestibule leads to either the living room on the west or family-kitchen area on the east, or upstairs. The lower floor includes a laundry room and a small bath. Upstairs, a full size bath and study accompany the two bedrooms which share a common exterior lanai. The layout assures maximum privacy and noise isolation, either inside or out.