Birkalla House | Aspect Architecture

Birkalla House | Aspect Architecture | Photographer: Andy Macpherson

2024 National Architecture Awards Program

Birkalla House | Aspect Architecture

Traditional Land Owners

Yuggera people

Year
2024
Chapter

Queensland

Brisbane

Category
Residential Architecture – Houses (New)
Builder
P & R Lee Builders
Photographer
Andy Macpherson
Media summary

Inspired by the neighbouring homes and the existing urban fabric of Brisbane City, this family home offers stillness and solace designed to rest within its busy surroundings.

The home achieves a balance between expansive city views, controlled connection to the street, serene retreats within lush gardens and a neutral palette that fosters a harmonious atmosphere.

Positioned on a sloping and elongated site, the building form unfolds through a unique elongated spine with a central gathering point that draws the landscape through the whole site.

The use of masonry as the lower building material not only anchors the home but makes a statement of enduring permanence and allows the higher portion of the building to sit lightly within the site.

The thoughtful planning and response to site topography and orientation enable the home to maximise a green oasis within the city context for gathering and play.

National Awards Received
National Jury Citation

2024
Queensland Architecture Awards Accolades
2024
Brisbane Regional Award
Brisbane Regional Award Citation
2024
Brisbane Regional Commendation
Brisbane Regional Commendation Citation
2024
Queensland Architecture Awards

Queensland Jury Citation

2024
Queensland Architecture Awards #2

Queensland Jury Citation #2
2024
Queensland Architecture Awards #3
Queensland Jury Citation #3
2024
Queensland Architecture Awards #4

Queensland Jury Citation #4

2024
Queensland Architecture Awards #5

Queensland Jury Citation #5
2024
Brisbane Regional Shortlist
Queensland Chapter Awards
Queensland Jury Presentation

Region Jury Citation

Project Practice Team

Project Consultant and Construction Team

Lumen8, Lighting Consultant
Westera Partners, Engineer

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