NSW
Newcastle
A new home for a family of four in Speers Point NSW. Enveloped and protected by Munibung Hill to the east, the gabled pavilions of this home step down to follow the topography of the steep site. This climatically responsive home provides a prospect and refuge – it feels private and calm, but it also engages with the vast surrounding landscape beyond from its high elevation.
Home now feels rooted and connected to the site unlike the old house which felt mismatched and plonked atop of our steep block. Everyday rituals are elevated though its thoughtful, functional design. The two pavilions provide spaces for our young family to come together or retreat to different parts of the home.
We feel a real sense of pride having a beautifully designed home that is climatically responsive, sympathetic to the surrounding environment and positively challenges what a suburban home is and can be. It’s an absolute delight to live here.
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.
