The concept for this house was to reflect the topography and landform of the Sydney Habour basin.
The house is expressed as a series of horizontal layers – the sandstone clad base echoes the stone cliffs that hug the inlets of Sydney Harbour.
The upper stories of planar white rendered forms respond to the strong northern light found in the southern hemisphere.
Between the cantilevered white planes, full height low-E glazing captures the dramatic harbour views whilst maintaining a thermally efficient internal environment.
There was a conscious decision to contrast precise man-made materials such as steel and glass with natural materials such as the locally-hewn sandstone.
Located in a small scale suburban street, the four storey residence incorporates its primary living areas on the top floor taking advantage of 180 degree views of the city and harbour.
With exposure to the north and west and the ability to open up completely to the outside, the house has effective cross ventilation negating the use of air conditioning.
Project Details
Completion Date – 2010
Building Levels – 4
Project Team
Architecture
MHN. Design Union
MHNDU represents the holistic union of Principals Brian Meyerson, Kevin Ng, and Liam Hancock, who bring their creativity, experience and technical expertise to this contemporary practice.
Their collaborative approach, experience, strategic thinking, and use of advanced technologies combined with an energetic service-driven team, results in a legacy of quality design, and practical, enduring and sustainable buildings.
Photography
Brett Boardman
Brett is a well-established commercial and architectural photographer based in Sydney.
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