Prefabricated Parabolic Camping Pods in Steamy Australia Require no A/C

These industrial-chic prefabricated parabolic camping pods designed by <a href="http://www.anthillconstructions.com.au/">Simon Laws from Anthill Construction</a> require no air conditioning at all despite the fact that they're located in a humid area of Australia. Situated at Sunrise at 1779, a residential subdivision near Gladstone that boasts very strict environmental standards, the Drew House was mostly constructed close to manufacturing facilities in Brisbane before it was transported 500 km and erected in its current location. Part of a <a href="http://inhabitat.com/new-photos-singapore’s-solar-powered-supertrees-under-construction-at-gardens-by-the-bay/">solar-powered</a> luxury campsite with <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rainwater_harvesting">rainwater harvesting</a>, the light-filled pods and bathhouses are surrounded by lush greenery, making them the ultimate retreats for nature lovers.

The Drew House is a campground in Gladstone, Australia

Designed by Simon Laws of Anthill construction, the sleeping pods require no air conditioning

Passive design, insulation, deep overhangs, and natural ventilation keep the rooms cool

On site photovoltaic panels generate energy

Water is heating with solar power

Australian hardwood was used for the interior flooring and external truss and deck

All of the parabolic sleeping pods and bathhouses were constructed off site.

All of the manufacturing facilities are in Brisbane, so prefabricated construction has mitigated serious carbon miles

The home is built with steel in timber, in keeping with bushfire controls.

The campground harvests rainwater

The local municipality recycles all of its greywater for everything save drinking and bathing

The area is surrounded by Bloodwoods and Cabbage Palms

This is the ultimate luxury camping retreat for anyone who is totally in love with nature.