Split House
Designed to relate to a challenging site, the house is split into two double storey pavilions linked by a split level circulation zone. The higher pavilion contains living areas while the lower contains bedrooms. The main living area opens completely on two sides to take in north easterly views towards Manly. Materials of stone, board and timber are evocative of a modern beachhouse while materials from the demolished house including sandstone and brickwork were recycled for some of the structure which was exposed at the lower level of the house. A drainage easement, a sewer main, an awkward cross fall and limited access at the end of a cul-d-sac provided challenges.
Builder Construct By Design
Photographer Neil Fenelon
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Castlepeake Architects aims to design site-specific houses that improve the lives of our clients.
Well-proportioned spaces and forms that closely relate to the attributes of a site are transformative for the people who inhabit them daily. Our method involves a rigorous and logical analysis of each site and brief, arranging responses efficiently and artfully. Central to our process is a thorough understanding of our clients' requirements.
As a small, design-focused architectural practice based in Sydney, Castlepeake Architects brings years of experience in all types of residential architecture, including new builds, alterations, and heritage houses. Our modest size allows for directorial input on every project from initial design through to completion on site. Our close-knit and passionate team is dedicated to design excellence and client satisfaction, ensuring that each project is a true reflection of its environment and the lives it changes.
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