Chris and Wendy House

The Clint’s brief was to subdivide site in to two small lots and then to build on them environmentally sustainable, durable and economical houses. This small house is designed in “ Contemporary Queenslander housing style “ which reflects Queensland’s lifestyle and culture. Its key design aspects including elevated suspended timber flooring and the use of lightweight construction that suit sub tropical Brisbane climate. This house orientation on its site not only suits the sun but also suits the direction of prevailing breezes/ winds. Design and house layout allows cool breezes to pass right through the house and allow air to flow over the top and through the whole house. House is designed a way, to keep a strong relationship and environmental concerns to the natural landscape and its sloping topography. Different levels of occupations are provided to suit site natural slop. To make it look more specious inside, the house floor plan is structured, sparse and uncluttered. To maximize the outdoor lifestyle opportunities when time of day and seasonal conditions are suitable, the direct window and server bench from kitchen to outdoors eating patio was created. The living room with the high ceilings and louvers above windows, is adjoined to patio on upper level via big stackable doors.House is full of natural light and has a visual connection with the natural landscape.