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Project • By StudioMODA. • Private Houses
Wallabies Watch
Wallabies Watch whispers its presence, a subtle surrender to the landscape's embrace. The project's reductive approach creates a serene and tranquil atmosphere, allowing nature to take center stage. The exterior's dark, moody presence synchronizes with the shadows of the trees, while the interior's neutral backdrop emphasizes the lightness of being. The result is a symphony of contrasts, where the made and found converge in harmony. Wallabies Watch is a fleeting testament to the beauty of restraint, a haven for those seeking refuge from the tangible world. By stripping away the unnecessary, the project reveals its beauty, beckoning occupants to surrender to the tranquillity of the surroundings.
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Project • By KLG Architects • Private Houses
House Russel
Set at the edge of a watercourse below the Harold Porter Botanical Garden, this modest new timber framed holiday house attempts to make the most of its natural surroundings in an uncomplicated way.
Damian Schumann
The house is positioned to the northeast of the site, screening off the neighbours and opening up towards the wetland on the western side.
Damian Schumann
The long axis is orientated north-south towards a dramatic kloof in the mountains beyond. A large, glazed gable end and a clerestory window in the kitchen make the view part of the inhabitants’ everyday routine. By lifting the building off the ground, vegetation and wildlife is allowed to live right up to and under the building’s edge, while intimat... More