The JDF Residence was designed as a home to age in place. During the planning stage particular attention was made to ensure that the various spaces would accommodate various levels of mobility. This not only led to a single level design for the house – but the need for flush thresholds between indoor and outdoor spaces.

The insertion of stone plinths, ledges and built-in outdoor furniture allows for elements of expression and encouraging the architecture to be directly engaged with. This theme was further explored in the execution of the bath in the master ensuite which included a large platform and steps that lead up from the shower to an enclosed courtyard.

Our client's love of nature and natural light was also embraced through the planning of the house around 4 distinct landscaped areas. The various outdoor courtyards and gardens were designed to take advantage of their aspect, orientation and relationship with connecting rooms. Internally the massive, protective and sheltering character of the architecture was maintained through the expression of the structure between spaces and a highly pared back elemental approach to joinery that sort to conceal, whilst maintaining a true functionality and practicality in hardwearing materials.