Designed by R Architecture and situated on a steeply sloping site, Corby House maximises allowable building area while delivering lavish light-filled spaces and amenity.
Taking advantage of the northern aspect and 4m high ceilings, a large open plan kitchen, living, and dining area provides a sense of grandeur as it overlooks the plunge pool.
The house consists of two study spaces for flexible working environments, a theatre, and a large main bedroom with an adjoining retreat and balcony, taking full advantage of the distant views.
The ground floor terraces down the sloping site with a central entry with double height ceilings and feature stair splits the house creating separation and privacy between the living and sleeping spaces.
Opposite the entry is a central courtyard with a water feature that provides a focal point when entering the house while bringing daylight into the centre of the house.
A simple and elegant palette of stone and dark stained timber batten cladding provides a sense of luxury to the front facade.
That is balanced by metal accents and cascading plants and complimented by polished concrete render and black panelized cladding, resulting in a modern and sophisticated exterior finishes palette.
Project Details
Project Size – 600 m2
Site Area – 665 m2
Completion Date – 2022
Building Levels – 2
Project Team
Architecture
R Architecture
R Architecture is an Australian architecture practice with a passion for bringing great design to suburban contexts.
Photography
Axiom Photography
Axiom is a Melbourne-based photography and design company, specializing in property photography, commercial photography, and corporate portraits.
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