Turrbal and Jagera people
Queensland
Brisbane
The entry into the home is a carefully curated and experiential journey. Establishing a strong relationship with the landscape, integrating vegetation throughout the building, where the minimal interiors expand borrowing from the clients’ international references within an Australian context.
The separation of twin gables forms the entry where a full height gate welcomes arrival into a protected outdoor space – “The contemporary veranda”. Here, is the first introduction to the external materials continuing within the interior.
Referencing traditional Queenslander typologies & considering elevated homes with wrapping veranda’s and deep eaves, We considered the veranda an important characteristic of living in Brisbane. Here, this was inverted so that the L shaped plan enveloped it. Typical of the Queenslander vernacular, the veranda is the initial engagement with the home before entering inside; an opportunity to greet, entertain and observe.
Our home is a peaceful sanctuary, a stark contrast to the fast-paced life we left behind in NYC. Nestled amongst towering trees, it feels like a grown-up treehouse, with each window framing a perfect view of nature and intentionally blurring the lines between indoors and outdoors. It’s a place we look forward to returning to, and one we’re eager to share with others. The space is ideal for our family—containing everything we need and nothing we don’t.
Alexandra Buchanan, Architect
Building Approvals and Advice, Building Surveyor
Property Projects Australia, Town Planner
Westera Partners, Structural Engineer
Civil Works Engineers, Civil Consultant
Urban Spark Studio, Landscape Consultant
Wollemi Eco-Logical, BAL Assessment