By Winter Architecture
Clifton Hill House is the conversion of a single-fronted terrace house, which was in poor condition, into a light-filled, comfortable and liveable space. Starting from the bones of the original dwelling, we introduced a large central courtyard and elongated the building up and to the west. This simple courtyard gesture fills the adjoining rooms with a sense of expansiveness that is rare for inner-city dwellings. The project is as much about the spaces that are viewed as the spaces that are occupied. It can be a hard sell to a client to invest in these spaces. Yet, this is the essence of the project’s success, in many ways it is about what was not built.
Photography: Anthony Richardson
We are a collaborative team with extensive collective experience in architecture, interior design, residential, community & regional development.
Winter Architecture is a collaborative architecture practice located in Fitzroy and Torquay. With projects in Victoria, NSW and Tasmania, we work alongside a range of design professionals within our community to provide each of our clients with a unique tailored level of design expertise.
Our approach employs an acute sensitivity to site conditions and client needs, responding to each site in an amalgamative process, uncovering unique possibilities and potential. We seek refined simplicity, through both design and project delivery, and in all aspects of practice. Our diverse team of architects and designers have extensive experience in small to large scale residential and commercial project delivery, meeting our clients with a wealth of skill, sensitivity and creative perspective.