This tranquil, calm space has an intimate connection with the interior spaces of the house which reveal themselves from various angles. Further negotiation of the landscape and nature is achieved through the material palette. The internal timber batten ceiling not only guides and navigates visitors through the spaces, but also creates a dramatic juxtaposition to the white concrete flooring. Elongated brown bricks were used respectfully integrate the exterior fabric of the surrounding context of Templestowe and a further play on the horizontal nature of the built form proportions.
A utilitarian material which sits comfortably within its context is also a reminder of this once working class suburb. The brick is also used inside, creating a series of colonnades which are broken by windows, allowing the light of the courtyard to spill into the corridor.
Project name: Courtyard House
Architects: FIGR Architecture & Design – http://www.figr.com.au/
Location: Templestowe Lower, Australia
Area: 280 m²
Year: 2015
Photographer: Tom Blachford – https://tomblachford.com/
Builder: Grundella Constructions
Landscape Architect: Mud Office
Styling: Ruth Welsby
Engineer: Kaco Consulting Engineers
Architect In Charge: Michael Artemenko, Adi Atic
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