History
Retallack Thompson designed this independent studio dwelling. Construction completed in 2019. The project was shortlisted for the 2019 HOUSES Award 'House in a Heritage Context' and the NSW Architecture Awards 'Alterations and Additions'.
Architecture
The structure adopts a minimalist style. It stands elevated on steel legs. Materials include steel, fibre cement clad timber framing, glass, terracotta, and gossamer screen. The form is open on three sides.
Setting
The dwelling is located in a Heritage Conservation Zone in inner-city Sydney. It occupies the rear of a Victorian terrace house. The structure adjoins a laneway with a rear street frontage. Parking is accommodated beneath the elevated form. Early morning light plays on the gossamer screen facade.
Specifications
Functions as an independent studio dwelling. Provides cooking and bathing facilities. Elevated above ground plane on bird-like steel legs. Accommodates on-site parking below.
