Living Room Design Photos with a Concrete Fireplace Surround

Wall: Jura Beige Natural 40x60. Natural stone look porcelain tile. Floor: Treverkmood Noce 15x90. Wood look porcelain tile. Photo by National Tile Ltd

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Interior - Living Room and Dining Beach House at Avoca Beach by Architecture Saville Isaacs Project Summary Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ The core idea of people living and engaging with place is an underlying principle of our practice, given expression in the manner in which this home engages with the exterior, not in a general expansive nod to view, but in a varied and intimate manner. The interpretation of experiencing life at the beach in all its forms has been manifested in tangible spaces and places through the design of pavilions, courtyards and outdoor rooms. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ A progression of pavilions and courtyards are strung off a circulation spine/breezeway, from street to beach: entry/car court; grassed west courtyard (existing tree); games pavilion; sand+fire courtyard (=sheltered heart); living pavilion; operable verandah; beach. The interiors reinforce architectural design principles and place-making, allowing every space to be utilised to its optimum. There is no differentiation between architecture and interiors: Interior becomes exterior, joinery becomes space modulator, materials become textural art brought to life by the sun.   Project Description Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ The core idea of people living and engaging with place is an underlying principle of our practice, given expression in the manner in which this home engages with the exterior, not in a general expansive nod to view, but in a varied and intimate manner. The house is designed to maximise the spectacular Avoca beachfront location with a variety of indoor and outdoor rooms in which to experience different aspects of beachside living. Client brief: home to accommodate a small family yet expandable to accommodate multiple guest configurations, varying levels of privacy, scale and interaction. A home which responds to its environment both functionally and aesthetically, with a preference for raw, natural and robust materials. Maximise connection – visual and physical – to beach. The response was a series of operable spaces relating in succession, maintaining focus/connection, to the beach. The public spaces have been designed as series of indoor/outdoor pavilions. Courtyards treated as outdoor rooms, creating ambiguity and blurring the distinction between inside and out. A progression of pavilions and courtyards are strung off circulation spine/breezeway, from street to beach: entry/car court; grassed west courtyard (existing tree); games pavilion; sand+fire courtyard (=sheltered heart); living pavilion; operable verandah; beach. Verandah is final transition space to beach: enclosable in winter; completely open in summer. This project seeks to demonstrates that focusing on the interrelationship with the surrounding environment, the volumetric quality and light enhanced sculpted open spaces, as well as the tactile quality of the materials, there is no need to showcase expensive finishes and create aesthetic gymnastics. The design avoids fashion and instead works with the timeless elements of materiality, space, volume and light, seeking to achieve a sense of calm, peace and tranquillity. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ Focus is on the tactile quality of the materials: a consistent palette of concrete, raw recycled grey ironbark, steel and natural stone. Materials selections are raw, robust, low maintenance and recyclable. Light, natural and artificial, is used to sculpt the space and accentuate textural qualities of materials. Passive climatic design strategies (orientation, winter solar penetration, screening/shading, thermal mass and cross ventilation) result in stable indoor temperatures, requiring minimal use of heating and cooling. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ Accommodation is naturally ventilated by eastern sea breezes, but sheltered from harsh afternoon winds. Both bore and rainwater are harvested for reuse. Low VOC and non-toxic materials and finishes, hydronic floor heating and ventilation ensure a healthy indoor environment. Project was the outcome of extensive collaboration with client, specialist consultants (including coastal erosion) and the builder. The interpretation of experiencing life by the sea in all its forms has been manifested in tangible spaces and places through the design of the pavilions, courtyards and outdoor rooms. The interior design has been an extension of the architectural intent, reinforcing architectural design principles and place-making, allowing every space to be utilised to its optimum capacity. There is no differentiation between architecture and interiors: Interior becomes exterior, joinery becomes space modulator, materials become textural art brought to life by the sun. Architecture Saville Isaacs https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/ https://www.architecturesavilleisaacs.com.au/

Bibliothèque vieux bois.revêtement cheminée béton Rail lumineux encastré dans un plafond vieux bois Sébastien Veronese

Modern living area: the exposed brick gives the room a rustic feel contrasted with the modernity of the polished cement flooring and furnishings.

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.

Una villa di nuova costruzione con pavimento in legno di noce nazionale e soffitti in legno con travi sbiancate a vista. L'illuminazione è stata studiata molto attentamente e tramite luci indirette illumina tutti gli spazi con luce emozionale. Arredi moderni in un contesto minimal ma caldo e coogliente grazie al grande uso del legno.

Tom Roe

Le salon mêle matériaux bruts et mobilier design. Le sous-bassement en béton, formant les premières marches de l’escalier et la base du foyer, apporte une touche industrielle. L’escalier en métal d’un seul tenant, avec marches et contremarches posées sur un IPN apparent, crée légèreté et fluidité. Le bois clair, le métal des luminaires et le canapé vert aux formes organiques apportent chaleur et confort, complétés par un coin lecture, plantes et objets décoratifs soigneusement choisis.

Le salon mêle matériaux bruts et mobilier design. Le sous-bassement en béton, formant les premières marches de l’escalier et la base du foyer, apporte une touche industrielle. L’escalier en métal d’un seul tenant, avec marches et contremarches posées sur un IPN apparent, crée légèreté et fluidité. Le bois clair, le métal des luminaires et le canapé vert aux formes organiques apportent chaleur et confort, complétés par un coin lecture, plantes et objets décoratifs soigneusement choisis.

Jody D'Arcy

Chris Cunningham

Photographer Alex Reinders

A modern extension to a north-facing period home in Dublin, designed around an internal courtyard. The design maximises every opportunity to invite sunlight and nature into the heart of the home. The extension creates a flexible open-plan space, thoughtfully arranged to accommodate multiple functions — including a kitchen, dining area, reading nook, casual living zone, and a dedicated children’s play area. The feature double-sided fireplace features a concrete base with a bevelled edge, creating the illusion of a floating platform.