mcmahon and nerlich: Little OG is a home design that redefines the notion of compact single occupancy living. Completed in 2023, this 100m², two-level abode thrives on the concept of adaptability, boasting a transformative courtyard that dissolves boundaries and invites the outdoors in.
The abundance of natural light permeating the space creates a bright and airy atmosphere, perfect for the owner, who uses it as her Melbourne base and to host her adult children and their families when they visit from out of town. With a compact total site area of 110m², mcmahon and nerlich has skillfully transformed a tiny south-facing one-bedroom Victorian cottage in a mews-like street, into a home of harmonious balance between functionality, aesthetics and abundant natural sunlight. The fluidity of this design allows the ground floor space to expand and contract, providing a warm, exciting but protective living experience filled with natural daylight from the courtyard and highlight windows facing all directions. Upstairs is beautifully zoned to float over the courtyard, a refuge and haven for the owner, who sought a protective and enveloping sleeping and bathing experience. The clever use of space, infused with an emphasis on natural light, has resulted in a truly unique and captivating residential oasis.
