Pavilions

Dividing the plan into two ‘pavilions’ linked by a generous breezeway space enables natural light and ventilation into the south, as well as north, parts of the Pavilions house, designed by Sparks Architects.

This also provides a simple circulation area between the various rooms, and levels.

Living areas are on the upper floor which enjoys views over the dunes to the ocean; the bedrooms and library are located on the more private and protected ground floor which is tucked in behind the dunal vegetation.

Sparks Architects’ brief called for a large building on the site.

The resultant mass is partly abstracted, ‘dissolved’ through the use of perforated copper screens.

Likewise, the suburban views to the west are also abstracted and subdued when viewed through these screens.

Spaces are simple and elegantly proportioned, designed to complement a wondrous collection of art, sculpture, and Christian Liaigre furniture.

Materials such as copper, tallowwood, and concrete were selected for their inherent beauty and their longevity and durability in the fierce Coast environment.

Project Details

Completion date – 2013

Project Team

Architecture

Sparks Architects

Sunshine Coast-based Sparks Architects believe buildings that seek a balance between the natural and built environments, through form, materiality, and integrated energy systems will also facilitate spaces that guide us, invigorate us, rest us, seduce us, and inspire us.

The practice is led by Dan Sparks.

www.sparksarchitects.com

Photography

Christopher Frederick Jones

Christopher is an experienced architectural and interiors photographer based in Brisbane, Australia.

www.cfjphoto.com.au