Designed by Jordan Smith of Brilliant SA and built by the BSA Team. Copyright Brilliant SA
Inspiration for a small traditional ensuite bathroom with a pedestal sink, a built-in bath, a shower/bath combination, a one-piece toilet, grey tiles and grey walls.

Photos: Scott Harding www.hardimage.com.au Styling: Art Department www.artdepartmentstyling.com
Inspiration for a medium sized and multi-coloured contemporary bungalow semi-detached house in Adelaide with vinyl cladding and a metal roof.

Beautiful classic tapware from Perrin & Rowe adorns the bathrooms and laundry of this urban family home.Perrin & Rowe tapware from The English Tapware Company. The mirrored medicine cabinets were custom made by Mark Wardle, the lights are from Edison Light Globes, the wall tiles are from Tera Nova and the floor tiles are from Earp Bros. Photographer: Anna Rees

Client’s brief A modern replacement dwelling designed to blend seamlessly with its natural surroundings while prioritizing high-quality design and sustainability. It is crafted to preserve the site's openness through clever landscape integration, minimizing its environmental impact. The dwelling provides five bedrooms, five bathrooms, an open-plan living arrangement, two studies, reception/family areas, utility, storage, and an integral double garage. Furthermore, the dwelling also includes a guest house with two bedrooms and one bathroom, as well as a pool house/leisure facility. Programme The original 72-week programme was extended due to COVID and lockdown. Following lockdown, there were issues with supplies and extra works were requested by the clients (tennis court, new landscape, etc.). It took around two years to complete with extra time allocated for the landscaping. Materials The construction of the building is based on a combination of traditional and modern techniques. Structure: reinforced concrete + steel frame External walls: concrete block cavity walls clad in natural stone (bonded). First floor has areas of natural stone ventilated facade. Glazing: double glazing with solar protection coating and aluminium frames. Roof and terraces: ceramic finish RAF system Flooring: timber floor for Sky Lounge and Lower Ground Floor. Natural stone for Upper Ground Floor and ceramic tiles for bathrooms. Landscape and access: granite setts and granite stepping stones. Budget constraints The original project had to be adjusted which implied some value engineering and redesign of some areas including removing the pond, heated pool, AC throughout. How the project contributes to its environment Due to the sensitive location within the Metropolitan Green Belt, we carefully considered the scale and massing to achieve less impact than that of the existing. Our strategy was to develop a proposal which integrates within the setting. The dwelling is built into the landscape, so the lower ground floor level is a partial basement opening towards the rear, capturing downhill views over the site. The first-floor element is offset from the external envelope, reducing its appearance. The dwelling adopts a modern flat roof design lowering the roof finish level and reducing its impact. The proposed material palette consists of marble and limestone; natural material providing longevity. Marble stone finishes the lower ground floor levels, meeting the landscape. The upper ground floor has a smooth limestone finish, with contemporary architectural detailing. The mirror glazed box on top of the building containing the Sky Lounge appears as a lighter architectural form, sitting on top of the heavier, grounded form below and nearly disappearing reflecting the surrounding trees and sky. The project aims to minimize waste disposal by treating foul water through a treatment plant and discharging surface water back to the ground. It incorporates a highly efficient Ground Source Heat Pump system that is environmentally friendly, and the house utilizes MVHR to significantly reduce heat loss. The project features high-spec insulation throughout to minimize heat loss. Experience of occupants The clients are proud of the house, the fantastic design (a landmark in the area) and the everyday use of the building.

Small and white country bungalow house exterior in Milan with a pitched roof.

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Photo of a beige and medium sized farmhouse detached house in Stuttgart with mixed cladding, three floors, a pitched roof and a shingle roof.

A batten soffit wraps down to form a screen to provide a sheltered outdoor dining area with obscured views from the neighbouring properties. Photo by Jack Lovel

Photo of a large contemporary formal enclosed living room in Dublin with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a hanging fireplace and a built-in media unit.

Scott Burrows Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized and brown contemporary two floor concrete detached house in Sunshine Coast with a flat roof and a metal roof.

Thanks to our sister company HUX LONDON for the kitchen and joinery. https://hux-london.co.uk/

Photo of a large and white contemporary two floor house exterior with a half-hip roof.

Modern beach side home with butterfly roof, cantilevered canopies and commercial grade aluminium windows. A collaboration between Designtech Studio and Finesse Built. Photo: Scott Harding- hardimage@internode.on.net Builder: Finesse Built Landscaping: Green Team- Building and Consulting

A plain galvanized roller door gives access to the single garage. The materials are deliberately understated in appearance, appropriate to the laneway setting. Photographer: Carrie Chilton

Screen With Envy garden screen/trellis installed as a piece of garden art. Very durable wood composite product available in a range of designs. Completely modular to fit any space. Designed for UK weather conditions and does not warp age or fade. £80 including free UK delivery. Visit - https://www.screenwithenvy.co.uk/products/arabesque-medium-garden-screen

Inspiration for a large and red classic galley and brick detached house in Hampshire with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, integrated appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, grey floors, three floors and a pitched roof.

La façade Sud, des volumes simples reliés par une grande ombrière.
Design ideas for a medium sized and red mediterranean bungalow house exterior in Corsica with mixed cladding and a flat roof.

(Photography by Jake Curtis for Love Your Home)

Inspiration for a large and multi-coloured classic detached house in Cologne with three floors and a pitched roof.

Inspiration for a medium sized and beige farmhouse two floor house exterior in Palma de Mallorca with stone cladding.