This contemporary residence is distinguished by its bold architectural expression, defined primarily by a striking monolithic floating concrete form. The sculpted facade plays a central role in the visual narrative of the home, engaging with its environment through a carefully considered interplay of light and shadow that evolves throughout the day. This dynamic facade not only serves as a powerful aesthetic gesture but also enhances the building’s responsiveness to its surroundings, creating a living architecture that changes character with the movement of the sun.
The home is anchored by a recessed, fully glazed ground level, which provides a deliberate contrast to the heaviness of the concrete volume above. This architectural move introduces a sense of lightness and levitation, allowing the upper mass to appear as if it is gently floating above the landscape. The transparent base not only maximizes natural light penetration into the lower level but also extends visual connections to the outdoors, offering framed views while maintaining a sense of shelter and enclosure.
The material palette further reinforces the home’s contemporary and restrained industrial character. Exposed board-formed concrete establishes a tactile and monumental presence, while blackened steel accents contribute to the structure’s sense of rigor and permanence. Generous panes of glass are strategically integrated to provide openness without compromising privacy, a delicate balance that allows for both public presence and private retreat.
Altogether, the composition creates a compelling balance of mass and void, opacity and transparency, solidity and lightness. The residence’s architecture communicates a refined sense of modernity—minimal yet expressive, grounded yet elevated—reflecting both the material honesty of industrial design and the elegance of thoughtful spatial choreography. The result is a home that stands with quiet confidence in its context, bold in form but nuanced in detail.
Land Size: 710sqm
Stage: Conceptual
Location: Melbourne’s South
