Project Overview
A concept that was generated on the basis of a specific client brief and construction system reinforce the principle that a beautiful house can be of modest nature. The clients’ desire for a passive thermal approach to the building is reflected in the flexibility and orientation of the living spaces. A courtyard in the middle of the plan encourages natural ventilation throughout and marks the transition from the old to the new. Deep eaves over the garden doors allow the sun to enter the space during the winter months and limit excessive solar loading during the summer months.
The simple materials palette compliments the honest approach taken in the construction. Bricks salvaged from the demolition were recycled in to the new works, their unfinished surfaces featured in detail areas of the building. Steel frame and concrete floor are expressed through their natural finished state. The clear finish to the plywood lining on the upper walls and ceiling provide visual warmth to the space.