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Simon Whitbread Photography

Project • By Watershed Architects • Private Houses

Seaforth 02

This three story home captures views over The Spit and Middle Harbour while creating a functional and private family sanctuary. Open plan living areas flow to a versatile balcony and terrace with a glass-sided swimming pool enhancing the connection between levels. Simon Whitbread Photography Simon Whitbread Photography Simon Whitbread Photography Simon Whitbread Photography Louvred screens are employed externally to protect from the afternoon sun. A palette of concrete, stone, black metal and white render serves to anchor the building to the steeply sloping site while providing a clear, consistent language throughout. Simon Whitbread Photography Simon Whitbread Photography Simon Whitbread Photography... More

Mirto Iatropoulou

Project • By Etsi Architects • Private Houses

Horizon House

Katafigio Horizon House is a holiday retreat designed for a family of four, perched on an exceptionally steep site with stunning views of the open sea and sunset. The design concept is rooted in the idea of the house following the natural contours of the mountain, integrating seamlessly with the landscape. Mirto Iatropoulou Mirto Iatropoulou Mirto Iatropoulou Mirto Iatropoulou Mirto Iatropoulou Mirto Iatropoulou The house is accessed via a road that carefully follows the slope, leading to a courtyard carved into the heart of the structure. This courtyard serves as the entry point, with the living room, kitchen, and dining area on one side, and two bedrooms arranged around a small cactus garden on the other. Th... More