Cera Stribley’s design rises from the undulating landscape in a single, sweeping curve, supported by an expansive wall of glass.
Danny explains, the glazed façade forms a defining component of the project. ‘All windows in the building are double-glazed, including the huge DGU spanning the entire width of the entry-facing wall.’
‘This glazed centrepiece – a massive 2200mm x 5000mm LowE DGU unit (10mm/16mm/10mm) running the length of the façade – helps the building melt into its surroundings while providing visitors with stunning unbroken views over the vineyard and beyond,’ Danny observes.
‘Fabricator Element Windows installed the glazing onsite, using the high-performance Thermeco thermally broken aluminium system in combination with AGG’s Insulglass LowE Plus<sup>®</sup>.’
The innovation continues within, as the interior perfectly complements the exterior’s supple curves. A large copper door punctuates the centre of two high concrete walls, cutting through the grass mound and introducing guests to the revamped cellar door. The interior’s earthy materials, including wood-formed concrete, copper, and timber panelling, are complemented by natural-edged timber wine tasting benches and brown leather stools.
The seamless fusion of striking design and high-performance materials demonstrates the potential of carefully chosen glazing to infuse this strikingly ambitious building with a magical feel.
