Hilltop
The contemporary scheme was conceived as two
stacked, offset, L-shaped volumes that taper. The
upper volume of the house extends and retracts over
the ground floor, the intersection between these two
levels creates dynamic cantilevers and setbacks that
seek to open up the views from the property and
provide subtle private enclosures to rooms within. This
relationship is further emphasised by the contrast of
external finishes of light render and dark porcelain.
These hung facades conceal the services and rainwater
pipes within, creating a cleaner external appearance.
Large projecting glazed openings overlook the
courtyard and garden; these are boldy framed with
pressed metal and are louvred in red cedar. The
projections to the front and back are separated with
a frameless glass box detail that returns at roof level,
this lets light flood in and makes a visual separation
between the framed elements composing a balance in
its overall feel and appearance.
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