Stonehawke House by Base Architecture

Base Architecture made the Stonehawke Property in Brisbane, Australia.

Undertaking description

Not too long ago created there are 29 lots in complete, each and every benefitting from a delicate strategy to the surrounds. From natural overland flow and stormwater handle to Flora and Fauna friendly fencing this enclave of lots invite the inhabitants in.

Of the 29 plenty, 5 (like Great deal 16), have numerous constraints and covenants attached aimed at guarding the micro climate of that certain website.

Good deal 16 is wedged into the side of a hill and nestled into a huge parcel of heavily wooded environmentally protected land. This charred box protrudes horizontally like fallen lumber. Solidly grounded into the internet site, the physique of the property wraps itself all around an ‘out of ground off type concrete pool’ that also displays the charred timber in its inner finish.

Getting such natural and raw resources in the normal surrounds of sandstone rockwork and different species of native tall trees it was essential to reflect this in the type and materiality of the houses’ look. With this language the cladding and structure has been represented accordingly with rough sawn stained plywood, galvanised steel and combinations of horizontal and vertical sections mimicking the tree forms.

From this stage it was essential to each soften and refine the palette to the interior detailing whilst currently being mindful of the value of the cohesion and notion of interior to exterior. After formally within the occupants are transferred the 2 visually and physically between this notion as the home opens up with counter balanced glazing programs and sliding external glass walls.

With an abundance of native timbers surrounding the residence it was an straightforward selection to utilise this warmth internally in the kind of Australian spotted gum. The timber was utilised for flooring, joinery and windows/doors.

As an occupant of the home a central entry off the vehicle room prospects to the initial level entry stage (the place visitors would be greeted), and voided space that leads either off to the dad and mom retreat or more ascending to the centre of the main body of the home. Though from the street it appears to be a 3 storey home, 90 % of the system transpires on the best level that also takes place to be level with organic ground due to the slope of the site.

A minimal interruption into the natural lay of the land has designed a secluded and protected flat grassed region for the sole function of children perform and exploration up the normal stone walls and into the intrigue of the bush setting to the rear.

Architect: Base Architecture

Photography by ©Christopher Frederick Jones/CFJPhotography