Bunurong and GunaiKurnai people
Victoria
Fishharven is a private retreat that sits on the hilltop of rural Fishcreek, surrounded by farmland overlooking Wilson Promontory and Corner Inlet.
Inspired by the vernacular of the basic out buildings of the farm properties dotted in the landscape, Fishharven is conceived as a series of 3 corrugated galvanized steel pitched roof pavilions, each with its unique sculptural roof form interconnected with a flat roof glazed section. The house nestles on a gentle slope and is planned within a prescribed building envelope that maximize views from within while simultaneously providing areas to retreat from the prevailing winds to enjoy the outdoors The Garage is a freestanding sculptural form that speaks to the farm vernacular of detached buildings and completes the built cluster in the landscape.
A robust exterior contrasted by a warm, refined interior allows this home to withstand the test of time and enrich the lives of its inhabitants.
The Australian Institute of Architects acknowledges First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands, waters, and skies of the continent now called Australia.
We express our gratitude to their Elders and Knowledge Holders whose wisdom, actions and knowledge have kept culture alive.
We recognise First Nations peoples as the first architects and builders. We appreciate their continuing work on Country from pre-invasion times to contemporary First Nations architects, and respect their rights to continue to care for Country.
