Tamarama

The Sydney-based clients approached Modscape after working alongside local architect Fox Johnston, who developed a clear design brief fit for the growing family. Key to the brief was to provide a home that matched their lifestyle through better connections between indoor and outdoor spaces and to enhance the use of natural light, encouraging improved passive heating and cooling.

Directed by the architect’s concept, Modscape refined the design while honouring the architect’s design intent. The resulting design beautifully complements the existing elements of the site, connecting the front and rear garden through the house and optimising the connection between indoor and outdoor.

And with easy access to the beach, there’s no need for a pool. Instead, the backyard acts as an extension of the indoor living spaces, which smoothly transition into the outdoor thanks to large expanses of glass. An efficient layout upstairs comfortably sees five bedrooms and two bathrooms possessing plenty of space for adults and children alike.

Designed to capture sunlight in winter and exclude the home from heating up in summer, moveable timber battened screens also help to soften the building’s form by adding layers and texture to the façade. Highlight windows and skylights used throughout also maximise light and aid in natural cross ventilation to ensure the home is as comfortable as it is bright.