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Courtyard House in Earlwood, Australia by Nathalie Scipioni Architects

Project name:
Courtyard House
Architecture firm:
Nathalie Scipioni Architects
Location:
Earlwood, New South Wales, Australia
Photography:
Kat Lucas
Principal architect:
Nathalie Scipioni
Design team:
Nathalie Scipioni Architects
Collaborators:
Reece, Better tiles
Interior design:
Nathalie Scipioni Architects
Built area:
585.2 m²
Site area:
585.2 m²
Design year:
2017
Completion year:
2017
Civil engineer:
Structural engineer:
Environmental & MEP:
Landscape:
Lighting:
Nathalie Scipioni Architects
Supervision:
Nathalie Scipioni Architects
Visualization:
Nathalie Scipioni Architects
Tools used:
ArchiCAD
Construction:
Material:
Concrete, Steel, Glass
Budget:
Undisclosed
Client:
Private
Status:
Built
Typology:
Residential › House

Nathalie Scipioni Architects: The renovation was committed to preserving and integrating the existing cottage into the contemporary extension. This was achieved through the retention of traditional elements, such as the original stove that has been carved into the modern bathroom as a reminder of the properties history. The counterbalanced roof form of the pavilion was determined by the offset hipped roofs on the front facade to reinforce the relationship throughout the dwelling.

The brief called for a light and open space that contrasted the defined boundaries of the original dwelling. An emphasis on transparency and openness informed the design of the rear boundary that benefits from the interplay of light reflecting from the pool. The light-well has been positioned to frame the existing jacaranda tree. Internally, a bespoke kitchen with a casual dining table integrated into the bench top encourages congregation and socialisation.


By Naser Nader Ibrahim

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