Taking up a modest 120-square-metres, the location for the two buildings was selected for sun, seclusion and views of the surrounding bush. Inside the house, architects opted for a limited range of materials such as plywood, concrete, and aluminium to create a simplistic, yet laid-back atmosphere throughout. Conceived as a barn-like pavilion, adults and kids each have been placed at opposite ends of the house to ensure maximum privacy and personal space. Built-in furniture and a sunken lounge in the open-plan living zone help to save on space, while a split-truss roof allows an external pergola to shade the home in summer, and clerestory windows to supply as much light as possible in the winter. This multi-functional design extends to the kids’ rooms, where the built-in bunks can be converted into a desk. Finally, pops of primary colour help to infuse the simple design with life and ensure a family-friendly environment where everyone can be happy. [photography by Emma-Jane Hetherington]
Easterbrook House by Dorrington Atcheson Architects | Gallery
