DUAL LIVING IN DRUMMOYNE

With the cost of housing in Sydney reaching new levels, we are finding some of our clients considering alternative forms of housing to allow them to enjoy a new home yet offset the cost of construction. We find housing alternatives such as dual occupancy living to be very effective in allowing clients can achieve great spaces for living. Our project in Drummoyne is an attached dual occupancy development with each dwelling of different sizes to provide spatial qualities to suit the owner yet adequate space to its new occupants. Both dwellings are designed with an open plan configuration with with voids to allow light to carry to the lower levels. The development instils our approach of creating a contemporary yet comfortable spaces and a seamless connection to the outdoors. The development is characterised by concave curved front entry area which is recessed from the street facade to reduce the overall bulk of the development.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drummoyne Dual Occupancy  – Work in Progress by studioJLA ( Architect )

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EVERY PROJECT IS A NEW DISCOVERY

At the start of each project, we seek to gain an imitate understanding of our clients needs. We believe our designs is a response to each clients needs and way of life. We take a ‘clean slate’ approach and trust in our design process, experience and knowledge to create spaces for contemporary living.

Our first step in our process is to gather as much information we can from site specific information, planning instruments effecting the site to images and ideas from our clients. We believe each site tells a different story and our objective is to bring our knowledge and experience to create beautiful yet functional spaces.

Our process of hand sketching and 3d modelling are essential part of the schematic design phase to allow us to test various ideas within the complexity of various constraints. The freedom of the sketch and the detail analysis of the 3d model provides a foundation to providing a good design outcome while at the same time acting as an effective communication tool to our clients.

We find the time of the formation of the intial design idea can vary from project to project which essentially is due to our perseverance to challenge ourselves to find the best design outcome.

We believe a good design outcome requires a ‘good set of tools’, therefore we equip ourselves with good people passionate in their respective fields to achieve our vision.

We treat each project as a process of discovery with the aim to provide our clients with a comfortable place that forfill its function needs yet be a source of inspiration for everyday living.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tennyson Point Residence – Work in Progress by studioJLA ( Architect )

 

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ROSEVILLE HOUSE ” LET THERE BE LIGHT “

Located along a tree lined street in Roseville and within a series of Californian bungalows and period homes. We have been given the task to design a home for a growing family to reflect their love of the outdoors and love for tennis.

With each and every home, they represent their own unique set of challenges and this residence was no exception. The challenge for this project was to make the additional accommodation for a growing family yet provide good solar access with its poor orientation. While considering the bulk and scale of any addition to be in keeping with its context.

Our solution involved positioning the private spaces to the northern side of the residence to create a void extending the full length of the living space below. This allowed for light to filter throughout the residence and yet create a dramatic space.

The proposed renovations also include a glass pavilion close to the tennis court to allow friends and family to enjoy watching tennis or a place for perfect for kids celebrations.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Roseville residence by studioJLA ( Architect )

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EASTWOOD HOUSE CELEBRATION OF FORM & FUNCTION

We are in the process of finalising the design for our residence in Eastwood. The design is a reflection of a close collaboration between owner and architect to achieve a design that celebrates both it’s form and function.

The angular layout is in response to an easement which dissects the property at approximately 45 degree angle. The design aims to express the layout into the various forms and architectural elements to provide its client with a comfortable yet an inspiring home for the family.

Much like an artwork, time was taken to explore the various ideas to ensure all design elements read in harmony with one another with the expression of the spaces reflected both inside and out.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Eastwood residence by studioJLA ( Architect )