Sector
N/A
Architect
Nicholas and Alexander Architects
Engineer
TGA Engineers
Completed
2018
Located in an established suburb of Melbourne, The Courtyard and Garden House has a compact, modest footprint and has been sensitively sited to retain existing trees. This approach is the antithesis of many large new developments in the area that erase important existing ‘backyard’ ecologies.
The new family home is carefully organised around a courtyard, allowing for a variety of flexible, separate living areas and open space zones, creating a series of serene, light filled spaces with a strong connection to landscape. FCS certified Australian hardwood timbers have been used throughout the home, and visual site lines are created towards the double height living area and mezzanine library, with a sculptural timber lined ceiling assisting with strengthening this visual connection.
Materials were chosen for their warmth and enduring qualities, ensuring longevity for my clients forever home.
Courtyard and Garden House by Delia Teschendorff Architecture is a new home that exemplifies the integration of sustainability, flexibility, and aesthetic beauty. This home manages to respect and preserve the natural environment while providing a versatile living space for a modern family.
The U-shaped design wraps around a central north-facing courtyard. It means the owners get to enjoy the outdoors which feel more like an extension of their internal spaces. It lets winter light deep into the home which wouldn't have been possible with a more conventional design.