The proposed cabin will sit upon a 24 X 5.5m block in the midst of the Kelvin Grove Urban Village. The site itself is quite long and narrow and a design was constructed to suit. The proposed site is surrounded by a busy road and golf course to the east, expansive parkland to the north and existing development to the South West.
Floor Plans 1:100
South Elevation 1:100
North Elevation 1:100
As an environmental filter:
The cabin has been positioned with the majority of its windows and openings facing North East. This was done to maximise the amount of natural light possible to enter the building and to engage with the adjacent natural scenery. Just like the Sunrise Beach House, my proposed cabin aims to engage the occupants of the house with the ground level and the surrounding natural environment. Large openings and expansive glass facing in this direction is a direct attempt to ‘bring the outside in’ to create a real connection with the surrounds. The cabin was designed to be specific in nature, relevant to the site and its surrounds yet borrow inspiration from Wilson Architects and the Sunrise Beach house.
South Section 1:100
As a container for human activities:
The separation of public and private spaces was something easily distinguishable in the Sunrise beach house and I have borrowed this concept in my cabin design. As previously stated the aim was to engage at the ground level. To enhance this experience it was decided to station all living areas on the ground level. The positioning of these spaces, separated by a small courtyard, was a specific move to encourage yet also force the client to move through this courtyard and experience the changes in temperature, humidity and to feel the breezes of the surrounding environment. This was to be a timely reminder on the most obvious level and also subconsciously to understand and appreciate the adjacent trees and natural scenery. The South western corner of the cabin was purposely designed to offer privacy from nosey neighbours and to provide relief from the harsh western sun. The study area was specifically placed away from the main living areas so as the client may work undisturbed at peace while his partner relaxes.
Rough Perspective Sketch of Exterior
As a delightful experience:
With the main living areas of the cabin on the ground level, the 1st floor would provide a change from this open, raw concrete environment. In the bedroom I have implemented a blind system which perforates the light and offers differing spectrums at certain times. It was planned that these more intimate settings would provide a slowing of pace to really appreciate the beauty of the natural light filtering through and the structural integrity of the materials used. The study area has been created to be one full of light, space and cool air. Large windows cover all but the southern wall and offer tranquil views of the green surrounds. The contrasts in the two levels are vast. The ground floor represents the raw, monolithic structures and materials whereas the upper floor represents the refined.
The proposed cabin is elegant, raw, refined and functional in its design. It more importantly will enable the clients to engage with the surrounding environmental beauty whilst still feel the safety and privacy so very desired.
Rough Perspective of Interior/Exterior
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