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Justin Humphrey ArchitectNestled in the vibrant fishing community of Fingal, this modest beach house has been reimagined to address modern climate challenges while creating a spacious and functional home for a growing family.
The original house has been raised to avoid flood waters, and repositioned over a warm brick screen wall that neatly contains the brick and landscape entry sequence. These entry stairs provide a natural perch to watch kids on the lawn, a place to engage with neighbours or take in the breezes and views to the local waterhole across the road. This is a modest gesture that strongly sets an agenda of neighbourhood engagement.
A new addition has been added to the west including a garage, home office and living spaces.
These areas sensitively relate to the original house through scale, materials and form. They don’t pretend to be original but sit in a complementary way, with a glazed link playfully connecting the new elements to the original structure.
The design represents a considered and sustainable way to repurpose an existing house, while allowing it to better respond to both the changing needs of its owners and the dynamic coastal environment upon which it is built.
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StudioFiveOneThis 8.3 star energy rated home is a beacon when it comes to paired back, simple and functional elegance. With great attention to detail in the design phase as well as carefully considered selections in materials, openings and layout this home performs like a Ferrari. The in-slab hydronic system that is run off a sizeable PV system assists with minimising temperature fluctuations.
This home is entered into 2023 Design Matters Award as well as a winner of the 2023 HIA Greensmart Awards. Karli Rise is featured in Sanctuary Magazine in 2023.
Tongue & Groove Design + BuildThe home’s design grew organically by the crossing of water, influenced by a nearby bridge linking the tree-lined property to the surrounding golf course. The design was also inspired by the Mid-Century architecture of Florida’s Golden Beach and the revival of the idioms associated with that movement. Exploring the intersection of architecture and place and context and creativity, the project’s sensitivity to the surrounding environment is expressed with a proliferate use of natural elements — like stacked white stone facades and support columns — further smudging the edges between exterior and interior.
Water surrounds the home; a koi pond and trickling fountains create a soothing entry. Inside, expansive plate glass walls and windows welcome the outdoors. Full-length windows double as folding partition doors and when peeled back, open the living room to the lanai, and pool deck while simultaneously providing a bridge between indoor and outdoor living. An open stair floats to a second floor catwalk that links north and south bedroom wings, and both contribute to the soaring volume of the interior spaces.
KTR CreationsPhotographed by Laura Condon
This is an example of a large midcentury one-storey white exterior in Perth with a gable roof.
This is an example of a large midcentury one-storey white exterior in Perth with a gable roof.
Chilton ArchitectsPhotographer: Carrie Chilton
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury two-storey brick white house exterior in Melbourne with a hip roof and a tile roof.
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury two-storey brick white house exterior in Melbourne with a hip roof and a tile roof.
Edifice Design - architects Sydneypeterendersbeephotography
Design ideas for an expansive midcentury exterior in Sydney.
Design ideas for an expansive midcentury exterior in Sydney.
R2 Studio ArchitectsThe new front extension is housing utility room, home office and a boot room. New Velfac windows were installed throughout the house.
Photo: Frederik Rissom
Neil Cownie Architect Pty LtdThe two story house deliberately presents to the street looking like a single level house. The house is a sculptural play of solid and void with the horizontal concrete roof appearing to hover above the house.
The house has been designed to maximize winter sun penetration while providing shade through summer with excellent cross ventilation providing cooling summer breezes through the house.
Tidal Architects LtdShady south-facing rear extension, providing a practice and recording space for its pianist owner
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury split-level house exterior in Hertfordshire with wood siding, a flat roof and board and batten siding.
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury split-level house exterior in Hertfordshire with wood siding, a flat roof and board and batten siding.
Samalex - Balance in BuildingInternal courtyard is a key design element, bringing light and vibrancy into the heart of the home.
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury one-storey exterior in Adelaide with wood siding.
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury one-storey exterior in Adelaide with wood siding.
Josephine Hurley ArchitectureLarge midcentury split-level brick brown house exterior in Sydney with a metal roof.
Muchmore DesignFrom a dilapidated 1960’s bungalow to a contemporary single storey Californian ranch style property. Ferndale is now a home fit for the 21st century with a strong appreciation for considered mid-century design. A rare example of coherent design and iconic features paired with premium finishes bespoke furniture and beautiful styling.
Midcentury Exterior Design Ideas
Steffen Welsch ArchitectsThe roof structure appears to hover over walls, through the incorporation of high-level frameless glazing. Photograph by Rhiannon Slatter
Inspiration for a midcentury exterior in Melbourne.
Inspiration for a midcentury exterior in Melbourne.
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