area and kitchen, the high raked ceiling
and oversize glazing create a feeling
of expanse, albeit minimising over
-looking issues. This functional kitchen
and large living space accommodate
meal times and homework, whilst
allowing a connection to the sights of
soccer practice on the lawn, and dad
swimming laps.
The outdoor deck is minimally
delineated by use of black butt timber
fins which focus the field of vision
solely on the spilling water of the above
ground pool. Giant cascading steps not
only create a visual sculpture, providing
a subtle path to reach the lawn and
pool area, but conceive spots to soak
up the sun. The pool resourcefully sits
on the narrowest part of the block,
using its height to form a barrier on the
rear access and to allow a plant room
to service it, and, the surrounding lawn
and garden.
‘Every element of this extension
was approached with the needs of
the family in mind, not only for their
enjoyment now, but also with the
flexibility to adapt as the family itself,
evolves’, asserts Don.
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