New South Wales
Douglas is a play full alteration and addition that transforms an existing classic semi into a modern living sanctuary for a young family of four.
The concept, a simple sectional diagram, creates uplifting spaces and a feeling of openness throughout the home.
Convex curved ceilings provide access to northern light and sweeping views to a central roof garden and beyond. The ceilings act to define the various functions of the house providing a balance of privacy and connection between the spaces.
High level windows allow for light and air to circulate home.
The design has reconnected us to family and friends. There is much more laughter, as we’ve rekindled our love of entertaining. We live more creatively, the space encourages my son to run down the hallway, my daughter to dance in the open lounge and alfresco area. We live more inspired, the abundance of light, easterly breeze and calmness in palette has given us a renewed energy to our future.
I live in love with the design. Not a day that goes by that I don’t walk down the hallway looking up to the rooftop garden and pinch myself it’s ours!
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We express our gratitude to their Elders and Knowledge Holders whose wisdom, actions and knowledge have kept culture alive.
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