Form and function - in equal measure.
Sited within a battleaxe block with complex edge conditions, Laura draws from the enduring principles of Australian modernism - restrained, resolved, and deeply connected to its setting.
While small in size, the home balances playful expression with architectural clarity to create a generous sense of space well beyond its footprint.
CLIENT
Private
IMAGES
Anjie Blair
LAND OF
Stoney Creek Nation
COLLABORATORS
Davies Construction
AWARDS
A quiet sophistication.
Bedrooms are gently zoned across split levels. The main bedroom occupies the ground floor with direct garden access, while two further bedrooms sit above, separated by a retreat and built-in study.
Bathrooms are immersive and tactile, featuring block-coloured tiling, golden tones, and - in the family bathroom - a Japanese-inspired soaking tub.
Laura is defined by its material richness and spatial generosity. Surrounded by native vegetation and concealed from the street, it offers a thoughtful model for inner city living.
Internally, a warm and textural palette sets the tone: blush and terra hues, cork flooring, and the long-coveted deep green carpet anchor the interiors with a grounded elegance. Generous 4.5-metre spotted gum ceilings and custom timber joinery frame a series of carefully scaled spaces, each offering glimpses of surrounding greenery through generous glazing. Light moves softly through the home, enriching both material and moment.
A minimalist kitchen sits at the heart of the plan, and seamlessly connects to the outdoor living zone. A tiled feature wall beyond is positioned to catch the late afternoon sun, while an outdoor bath is tucked quietly into the landscape.
Bringing the outside in.
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