PRESS RELEASE: The Homes of Tomorrow Are Being Built Today: The trend reshaping Aussie builds

When Alex began building a new home in Hampton, in Melbourne’s south-eastern suburbs, the vision went far beyond floor plans and finishes. It was a commitment to the future.

Like many Australians, Alex had seen energy prices soar, and the conversation about moving away from gas grew louder. Instead of waiting for change to be forced upon him, he decided to seize the opportunity to create a home that would be efficient, stylish, affordable to run, and environmentally responsible.

Designing for Tomorrow, Today
Working closely with the builder and installer to map out choices that would set his home up for decades to come, Alex took a future-focused approach. From heat pump air conditioning to a Wilson Heat Pump Hot Water system, from battery storage to a home lift designed for accessibility, every detail was chosen with efficiency and longevity in mind.

A standout decision was hot water, not just for Alex, but broadly, it’s one of the largest energy users in Australian homes, accounting for up to 30% of household energy use.

CSIRO-supported modelling shows that upgrading thermal features (like insulation and airtightness), paired with electrifying hot water and cooking appliances, can slash energy bills by up to $2,200 a year.
For Alex, that made future-proofing feel like a smart win, not a cost burden.

“Rather than defaulting to traditional systems, I chose a Heat Pump Hot Water system, which saved energy compared to conventional technologies.”

Additionally, Alex liked that Wilson systems use R-290. This low-global-warming-potential refrigerant reduces end-of-life environmental impacts, an increasingly important factor in national heat pump policy.

The Smarter Choice
In Melbourne, household energy upgrades could reduce bills by up to 82%, according to the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA). The analysis also highlights that thermally efficient homes in Melbourne consume only two-thirds of the energy of poorly performing homes, underscoring the long-term benefits of designing smarter, future-proof builds.

Trusted expertise was another key factor for Alex.

Ben, installer from NewGen Solar & Heat Pumps, says this choice is becoming the new norm.

“More households want to get off gas and reduce their energy bills, but they don’t want to compromise on quality, reliability and performance, and you don’t have to,” Ben said.

“Wilson Heat Pumps tick all the boxes, they’re engineered to Australian standards, built for local conditions, and backed by more than 95 years of experience in hot water manufacturing.”

Out With the Old, in With the New
For Alex, the decision was about more than bills. It was about building for the future.

“I wanted to create a home I can be proud of,” Alex explained.

“Knowing my choices are better for the environment, look great, and save money feels like a win-win.”

Future-proofing a home today goes beyond energy efficiency. It includes adaptable spaces that can change with family needs, accessibility features such as zero-step entries and lifts to support aging in place, smart technologies that manage lighting, security, and energy, sustainable systems like hot water heat pumps, batteries and rainwater harvesting, and design choices that enhance health and wellbeing through natural light, ventilation, and biophilic elements. Together, these features create homes that are resilient, comfortable, and ready for decades of change.

For more information, visit: www.wilsonheatpumps.com.au

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