Just moved in.... lots of space, light, floor to ceiling Windows. Totally solar and off the grid. Totally self sufficient. Double sided tile fire. Best inclusion was a bench seat incorporated into the Island bench.

Stanislas Piechaczek A wood heater with a fan built into a chimney breast is a great addition to a room and makes a great focal point. Work out the m2 of the space you need to heat to make sure you choose the right one for the job. Some options have a zero clearance firebox meaning you can frame up next to the heater. Check the specs to see what the options are flues. Here are a couple of options http://www.pivotstove.com.au/catalogue/wood/inbuilt-zero-clearance-wood depending on floorplan and budget, there are double sided wood burners from Axis You can plan to have built in joinery as part of the fireplace area to complete the feature. Best wishes

All I know is that we have gas water heater and I could not be happier, we never run out of hot water. Is that any help??

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