THE BRIEF
The owners sought a distinctive residence that departed from conventional design. Providing full design freedom, they requested a luxury family home focused on outdoor living, entertaining, and a strong connection between the interiors, the pool, and the landscaped surroundings. A core requirement was that the home must be environmentally responsive without compromising on high-end comfort.
DESIGN RESPONSE
Drawing on our Master of Sustainable Design expertise, we integrated advanced environmental performance principles from the outset. The design drew inspiration from contemporary industrial and commercial architecture, incorporating steel, glass, concrete, recycled timber, and natural stone to create a refined yet robust material palette. The swimming pool was established as the organising element, creating a seamless relationship between the indoor living areas, verandah spaces, and outdoor entertaining zones.
PROJECT OUTCOME
Verandah House successfully balances high-end, resort-style luxury with rigorous environmental engineering. The completed residence delivers expansive indoor-outdoor connections, strong visual character, and an environment tailored to the owners' lifestyle.
Notably, the home achieved a 7-star energy rating in 2009, an exceptionally rare accomplishment given the standard building requirements of the time. This outcome demonstrates the long-standing effectiveness of our sustainable design methodology.
Awards & Recognition
• Winner – Custom Designed Homes, Penrith City Council Design Awards
Publications
• Featured in Best Australian Architecture Magazine
• Featured in The Daily Telegraph Home Magazine – "Who Needs A Brief Anyway?"
PROJECT GALLERY
