2021 National Architecture Awards shortlist
Traditional Land Owners: Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung of the Kulin Nation
On a double fronted site in Nth Fitzroy an existing dilapidated brick veneer interrupted the procession of terrace house facades. The new 8 Yard House insertion is seen as a street-healing gesture, but nevertheless true to its own time and purpose.
This new house for a large family reflects our ongoing desire to prioritise outdoor spaces as much as indoor. Rather than have one singular backyard and the bulk of the house as one mass, the planning and spaces are distributed along the length of the site, punctuated with a series of variously sized outdoor courtyards.
Client perspective:
How does the design benefit the way you live/work/play/operate/educate/other?
“We love the different moods of the home. There are light and open living areas where we enjoy time together with family and friends, but with three busy and active children, we also enjoy the calm, quiet rooms and courtyards to read, study, and relax. The fusion between the indoor and outdoor spaces gives a sense of being surrounded by water, greenery, blue sky and filtered and reflected light. The house imparts a feeling of history and solidity, and we are looking forward to the home embedding in the landscape as the garden gradually drapes, climbs and entwines.“
Melissa Bright, Architect
Rob McIntyre, Architect
Todd de Hoog, Architect
Maia Close, Architect
Emily Watson, Architect
Pei She Lee, Graduate of Architecture
Meyer Consulting, Structural Engineer
Peachy Green, Landscape Consultant
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.
