Merewether Gully House | Anthrosite

Merewether Gully House is a two-storey family home designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding single-storey character established by neighbouring bungalows. The ground floor level is lowered to minimise the bulk of the two-storey structure, while seamless timber-clad casement windows create a visually cohesive effect that helps blur the distinction between the first and second floors.

The design incorporates two mature Brush Box trees, which influence the external materials with Australian hardwoods and colour-blended recycled bricks. The L-shaped floor plan of 190 square meters maximises passive solar principles, ensuring natural light and cross-ventilation.

Mid-level operable skylights enhance ventilation and daylight in the entry, while operable screens protect windows from direct sunlight. Privacy concerns from neighbours are addressed with solid timber-clad windows.

Levelling and retaining the rear yard helps create seamless connections between indoor and outdoor spaces, enhancing both visual and physical relationships while adding depth to a compact living area.