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Aperture House
Douglas Frost

Aperture House

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An extensive renovation to a Lower North Shore dwelling focuses on rebuilding the rear section of the home for a family of six. 

photo_credit Douglas Frost
Douglas Frost

The design incorporates a light funnel above the primary living zone with an aperture to the sky that allows natural light to enter the space throughout the day.

photo_credit Douglas Frost
Douglas Frost

The funnel form, which dominates the rear facade, is clad in timber shingles creating a dialogue with the existing dwelling.

photo_credit Douglas Frost
Douglas Frost

 

Additional light apertures have been integrated into the design at key junctions – one for the full height of a three storey stairwell, another one where the old house and the new wing intersect, which occurs over the master bedroom. 

photo_credit Douglas Frost
Douglas Frost

 

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Dining Pendant
Bedside wall lights
Caravaggio™ by Fritz Hansen
Benchtops
Timber flooring
Feature lighting

Project data

Project Year
2017
Category
Housing
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