Point Lonsdale II
Architecture Residential Point Lonsdale, Victoria, Australia
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1. Connection courtyard, corridor Kitchen concrete block corridor connects kitchen and courtyard 4265 px 3387 px 2 MB A4 print |
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2. Connected living Compact living and dining connect to the kitchen 5982 px 3988 px 3 MB A3 print |
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3. Courtyard connections The dining space opens to the central courtyard 5932 px 3955 px 3 MB A3 print |
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4. Quiet study A simple bench off the main bedroom entry provides a quiet space to work form home 5965 px 3977 px 3 MB A3 print |
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5. Textured living space Subdue hues of exposed concrete block and ply ceilings to the living space provides a quiet sense of cosiness around the fire. Shelves and storage provide for display of family objects and books 5982 px 3988 px 3 MB A3 print |
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6. Concrete block connection The concrete block frames the journey through the house to the full height window to its end. Blocks push and pull to create wall lights and views to the courtyard 5694 px 3796 px 2 MB A3 print |
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7. Courtyard focus The house wraps itself around the courtyard, providing a sun trap sheltered from cold southerly windows 5980 px 3987 px 4 MB A3 print |
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8. Materials of inherent texture Playfulnees with standard concrete blocks create opportunities for visual connection between spaces and storage for collected objects. 4000 px 6000 px 5 MB A3 print |
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9. Rear garden connection A simple deck to the rear garden forms a natural seating area around the external fire pit 6000 px 4000 px 4 MB A3 print |
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10. Elevations and sections 3106 px 4664 px 1 MB A4 print |
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11. Floor Plan 3488 px 4513 px 1 MB A4 print |
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12. Site Plan 3488 px 4870 px 1 MB A4 print |
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13. Street front exterior Low simple roof line and concrete breezeblocks provide a contemporary interpretation of mid-century modern streetscape . 1920 px 1280 px 2 MB Print - Low res only |
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14. Kitchen Hub 2047 px 1464 px 575 KB Print - Low res only |
Description
In a new coastal subdivision this house provides a sanctuary from the tough ocean winds.
With potential retirement in mind for a couple with older children, this house is designed on a single level . Its compact layout wraps around a central courtyard which provides a sunny shelter away from harsh ocean winds.
Questions and Answers
What building methods were used?
The humbleness of simple forms and standardised details also eases the construction process for the owner/builder family. Standard concrete block and natural cypress timber provide an affordable, low-maintenance and robust materiality of natural hue and texture suited to the harsh conditions of the coast. Blurring the line from exterior to interior, the materials continue within, establishing a sense of quiet retreat: the concrete softening the light, while the timber cladding and windows offers a natural and simplistic warmth.
What was the brief?
The client wanted to achieve a sustainable home that would allow aging in place, and multiple generations in a suburban coastal town. Their ambition was to maximise energy performance and reduce maintenance. No targets identified but capacity for self-sustaining garden area and inclusion of solar energy generation.
What are the sustainability features?
Minimised floor area with three consolidated zones: shared living; bedroom/study; and third generation bedrooms. Study doubles as guest bedroom. Robust materials with inherent colour and texture reduce maintenance. Discrete solar panel system with heat pump to service hydronic heating and hot water. 24m2/person. Overall 6.5 Star rating
Details
| Project size | 210 m2 |
| Site size | 600 m2 |
| Project Budget | USD 650,000 |
| Completion date | 2020 |
| Building levels | 1 |
Project team
| Kim Irons | Graduate of Architecture | |
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Stonehouse + Irons Architecture | Design and documentation |