This late 19th century weatherboard cottage in the sleepy hamlet of Kingston was long overdue for some attention. The original bones of the square building footprint had stood the test of time, the timber roof shingles still in place beneath the now already aged galvanised iron roof. Many people had lived in this home and maybe halfway through its life there had been some pronounced additions. No doubt many fingerprints of history have had their say in the evolution of this home. The current owners were no different. Chapter 3 refers to the third major evolution of this home, an energy efficient renovation, which would see a vast improvement to the thermal livability and health of home and inhabitant. A rear porch enclosure becomes part of the floor area, with a second stud wall added to create a thick comforting wrap of insulation. The walls and ceiling were lined with OSB (Oriented Strand Board) a simple textured surface to provide durability, bracing and warmth.