This new house is situated on a sloping site with a due north aspect and views over
Pittwater toward Lion Island. This project has been designed for two people and is a
compact and cost-effective resolution, while making the most of the spectacular views
and aspect of the site.
The house has been designed to take advantage of the natural contours of the site and
to minimise excavation. The living areas are centered on a large timber deck, which is
almost a full storey above the ground and is evocative of being on a ships bow. A large
picture window at the end of the living room, draws the eye to the end of the space,
framing the view. On the western elevation a series of angled bay windows affords views
from the bedrooms and bathrooms and forms a 3 dimensional and rhythmic facade.
The house is steel framed with a combination of stained eco-ply and colorbond
cladding. The floors are mixed hardwoods, the decks are Tallowood and the window and
door frames are made from western red cedar. The combination of materials has
created a warm and inviting interior, which blends in with the natural vegetation on site.
This wedge-shaped house affords the inhabitants privacy whilst making the most of the
aspect and views from every room.
