Lisa Breeze Architect had a blank canvas to create a new family home.
On this slim vacant block, perched on a Brisbane ridgeline, the Lisa Breeze Architect team was engaged to design a comfortable and homely abode.
The design challenge was to capture the views, traverse the sloped terrain, and filter the bright sunlight.
The Lisa Breeze Architect team achieved this by creating a contemporary spin on the historic Queenslander whilst layering the spaces with this multi-levelled home.
The heart of the home, the kitchen and living areas, were positioned on the middle layer and both sleep and play zones are separated out on their own floors.
Everyone in the family has their place for retreat.
At every opportunity, there is an opening to bring light and air into the home.
Vistas to the city were harnessed, and views to the neighbours were screened with the use of dense battening.
Complex planning requirements meant that the home was to be contained within a set envelope.
This led to opportunities to create varying floor levels and introduce pitched ceilings which provide internal volume without excessive height or overwhelm to the home’s surrounds.
Durability and low maintenance were key to this design.
Due to the limited access around the dwelling and tall elevations, the external materials palette was kept simple.
Aluminium cladding with a horizontal pattern – a subtle reference to the vernacular weatherboard was used.
As were composite battens; they had the benefits of timber, without the maintenance.
And louvred windows were used; adding texture, yet easy to clean, both inside and out.
A similar luxe yet low care theme was pursued internally, with oak flooring and feature walls, soft toned natural stone, and the gentle use of colour with warm greys and blues.
Project Details
Project size – 328 m2
Site size – 488 m2
Completion date – 2018
Building levels – 3
Project Team
Architecture and Interior Design
Lisa Breeze Architect
Lisa Breeze designs homes for and with the people who live in them. Bringing a personal touch to architecture, Lisa shares her passion for craft and detail. She thrives on the creative process, working with her clients to bring your home to life.
Photography
Cathy Schusler
Cathy Schusler is an Australian-based commercial photographer that specializes in architecture, interiors, and travel photography. Her work has been featured in publications such as Architectural Digest, Houses, and Belle Magazine.
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