In the case of the Ivy Lane residence, the al fresco lifestyle defines the design, with a sun-drenched private courtyard and swimming pool demanding regular outdoor entertainment.
By turning its back to the street and welcoming northern views, this courtyard-centred home invites guests to experience an exciting new version of its physical location.
A social lifestyle is also reflected through the interior living spaces, led by the sunken lounge, complete with polished concrete finishes and custom-designed seating. The kitchen, additional living areas and bedroom wings then open onto the central courtyard space, completing a sanctuary of sheltered, social living.
This contemporary alfresco kitchen is small in footprint but it is big on features including a woodfired oven, built in Electrolux barbecue, a hidden undermount rangehood, sink, Fisher & Paykel dishdrawer dishwasher and a 30 Litre pull-out bin. Featuring cabinetry 2-pack painted in Colorbond 'Wallaby' and natural granite tops in leather finished 'Zimbabwe Black', paired with the raw finished concrete this alfresco oozes relaxed style. The homeowners love entertaining their friends and family in this space. Photography By: Tim Turner
'concrete' outside kitchen - ajlusher
Kwilla staircase, exposed block work, steel handrail, Concealed LED handrail lighting, Custom steel balustrade, raked ceiling, concrete bench top, island bench, spotted gum, custom cabinetry, butlers pantry
Sophie Tomaras of Capital Image
wood on the walls is tooooo much - dermotmcnamara
due to lot orientation and proportion, we needed to find a way to get more light into the house, specifically during the middle of the day. the solution that we came up with was the location of the stairs along the long south property line, combined with the glass railing, skylights, and some windows into the stair well. we allowed the stairs to project through the glass as thought the glass had sliced through the steps.
Stairs with a glass baluster. - hawkinsarchitecture
Architecture & Interior Design: David Heide Design Studio -- Photos: Karen Melvin
like the cabinets - jill_maeder
Finecraft Contractors, Inc.
Soleimani Photography