By Couvaras Architects
Maximum return for minimum outlay (less is more).
Every other developer in the street was building costly basements to maximise the number of townhouses on the site. Our client was aware of the demand for single-storey villas in the area and wanted a point of difference for this project.
Our challenge was to design a project that could provide single-story dwellings without reducing the developer's profit.
We were able to significantly reduce the time and cost of construction, by reducing the number of dwellings and eliminating the need for a basement. It also meant that we were able to focus on the amenity of the dwellings and provide highly sought-after villas.
The developer was able to finish the dwellings to a higher standard than the competition, resulting in better sales and more profit in a shorter timeframe.
Photography: Luke Butterly