6 New Builds Revealed in National Architecture Awards' Shortlist
See the New Builds shortlisted in the Australian Institute of Architects’ 2020 National Architecture Awards
Vanessa Walker
23 September 2020
Houzz Australia & New Zealand Editor-in-Chief
Here are the six beautiful newly built Australian homes in the Residential Architecture – New Builds category, shortlisted for the 2020 National Architecture Awards. Browse them to gather ideas and inspiration, see how the architects met client briefs, and read what the occupants think of their amazing new homes.
Update: The award winners were announced on Thursday 5 November 2020. To see these wonderful places please press here.
Update: The award winners were announced on Thursday 5 November 2020. To see these wonderful places please press here.
1. Kindred
Location: Caulfield, Victoria
Architect: Panovscott
Photographer: Brett Boardman
Location: Caulfield, Victoria
Architect: Panovscott
Photographer: Brett Boardman
What the client says:
In 2011, we moved to Christchurch [New Zealand] to be closer to elderly grandparents. The earthquake sent us back to Melbourne [Australia], where we began thinking about how all three generations could be together. We investigated an off-the-shelf dual occupancy but instead engaged Panovscott. After discussions about wants, needs, budgets and reality, designs were settled and built. Now we live in a house we love. Three generations and their dog, with spaces for independence and interdependence. Walls slide open, sections can be shut off. Surprises abound and nature brings calm to every room. It is a home that celebrates the nature of family.
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In 2011, we moved to Christchurch [New Zealand] to be closer to elderly grandparents. The earthquake sent us back to Melbourne [Australia], where we began thinking about how all three generations could be together. We investigated an off-the-shelf dual occupancy but instead engaged Panovscott. After discussions about wants, needs, budgets and reality, designs were settled and built. Now we live in a house we love. Three generations and their dog, with spaces for independence and interdependence. Walls slide open, sections can be shut off. Surprises abound and nature brings calm to every room. It is a home that celebrates the nature of family.
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2. Breezeway House
Location: Macmasters Beach, NSW
Architect: David Boyle Architect
Photographer: Brett Boardman
Location: Macmasters Beach, NSW
Architect: David Boyle Architect
Photographer: Brett Boardman
What the client says:
Breezeway House began as an idea of escape from the pace of the city and old routines, and a desire to spend more time outdoors. David [Boyle] created a home that is relaxing yet robust, with a strong connection to its surrounding environment. It gives us space to catch up with family and friends, as well as quiet places to retreat or for the kids to explore. The house feels very private and encourages you to slow down and soak up the views of the ocean and landscape at every turn.
Breezeway House began as an idea of escape from the pace of the city and old routines, and a desire to spend more time outdoors. David [Boyle] created a home that is relaxing yet robust, with a strong connection to its surrounding environment. It gives us space to catch up with family and friends, as well as quiet places to retreat or for the kids to explore. The house feels very private and encourages you to slow down and soak up the views of the ocean and landscape at every turn.
3. Basin Beach House
Location: Mona Vale, NSW
Architect: Peter Stutchbury Architecture
Photographer: Michael Nicholson
Location: Mona Vale, NSW
Architect: Peter Stutchbury Architecture
Photographer: Michael Nicholson
What the client says:
Visual experiences make my life fulfilling. Living in this unique setting, in a clever and sympathetically designed home is a never-ending discovery of new experiences. The Pacific Ocean offers an ever-changing scene from fluctuating surf patterns, whales and dolphins frolicking only a short distance from my front lawn and surfers, hang-gliders and a variety of other activities on display. The ‘jewel in the crown’ is my spectacular building, which complements a very unique site. The building, its positioning on the site, and the amenity of the space matches and exceeds my volume of expectations.
Visual experiences make my life fulfilling. Living in this unique setting, in a clever and sympathetically designed home is a never-ending discovery of new experiences. The Pacific Ocean offers an ever-changing scene from fluctuating surf patterns, whales and dolphins frolicking only a short distance from my front lawn and surfers, hang-gliders and a variety of other activities on display. The ‘jewel in the crown’ is my spectacular building, which complements a very unique site. The building, its positioning on the site, and the amenity of the space matches and exceeds my volume of expectations.
4. East Street
Location: East Albury, NSW
Architect: Kerstin Thompson Architects
Photographer: Dan Preston
Location: East Albury, NSW
Architect: Kerstin Thompson Architects
Photographer: Dan Preston
What the client says:
One of my favourite things, on approaching the house, whilst walking down a few shallow steps, is to watch the view of bushland and hills framed through the house. To see aspects of garden merging with this natural bush environment from every window gives both of us, who grew up on farms, a familiar sense of expanse and calm. The house adapts – the glass sliding panels between the living areas can be closed for cosiness and warmth, or opened for airiness and space. Our family call our house ‘the retreat’ with its welcoming places for work, relaxation and sleeping.
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One of my favourite things, on approaching the house, whilst walking down a few shallow steps, is to watch the view of bushland and hills framed through the house. To see aspects of garden merging with this natural bush environment from every window gives both of us, who grew up on farms, a familiar sense of expanse and calm. The house adapts – the glass sliding panels between the living areas can be closed for cosiness and warmth, or opened for airiness and space. Our family call our house ‘the retreat’ with its welcoming places for work, relaxation and sleeping.
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5. Fitzroy North House
Location: Fitzroy North, Victoria
Architect: Rob Kennon Architects
Photographer: Derek Swalwell
Location: Fitzroy North, Victoria
Architect: Rob Kennon Architects
Photographer: Derek Swalwell
What the client says:
Rob [Kennon] and his team designed us a beautiful home that complements our lifestyle, with loads of natural light and a living and dining area that open out onto an internal courtyard, equally made for both entertaining and quiet contemplation. We love the seamlessness between the indoor and outdoor spaces, and the interplay of architectural clean lines with the lush greenery.
Rob [Kennon] and his team designed us a beautiful home that complements our lifestyle, with loads of natural light and a living and dining area that open out onto an internal courtyard, equally made for both entertaining and quiet contemplation. We love the seamlessness between the indoor and outdoor spaces, and the interplay of architectural clean lines with the lush greenery.
6. Glebe House
Location: Glebe, NSW
Architect: Chenchow Little Architects
Photographer: Peter Bennetts
Location: Glebe, NSW
Architect: Chenchow Little Architects
Photographer: Peter Bennetts
What the client says:
The house has improved our lives immeasurably. The house has become an urban oasis for us. It is our hidden gem. It is also the perfect size. All the spaces feel generous yet it is a compact build. It is inviting and luxurious, yet simple and humble. It benefits the way we live because it is open and connected, yet everyone has their own space to retreat to if they want. We all feel lucky to live in such an incredible art work. It definitely improves our states of mind just walking in the door.
Your turn
What do you love about these homes? Tell us in the Comments below. And don’t forget to save your favourite images for inspiration, like this story and join the conversation.
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Have you seen the homes shortlisted for the Alterations and Additions category? Get the scoop here: 7 Additions Revealed in National Architecture Awards Shortlist
The house has improved our lives immeasurably. The house has become an urban oasis for us. It is our hidden gem. It is also the perfect size. All the spaces feel generous yet it is a compact build. It is inviting and luxurious, yet simple and humble. It benefits the way we live because it is open and connected, yet everyone has their own space to retreat to if they want. We all feel lucky to live in such an incredible art work. It definitely improves our states of mind just walking in the door.
Your turn
What do you love about these homes? Tell us in the Comments below. And don’t forget to save your favourite images for inspiration, like this story and join the conversation.
More
Have you seen the homes shortlisted for the Alterations and Additions category? Get the scoop here: 7 Additions Revealed in National Architecture Awards Shortlist
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I’m disappointed to be unable to see more photos of the projects, all of which have whet my appetite.
@vallidevi1 you can always go to the Australian Institute of Architects' website to see more.