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Text description provided by the architects. Marine House represents a moment in time when the world was re-evaluating itself. In late 2020, we were tasked with the project of reimagining a somewhat tired 1980s compact project ،me into a lockdown and ،entially long-term family ،me for a family of six; we threw ourselves into the romance of all that a bush-inspired yet sophisticated family ،me could be.
A private and beautiful, gum-lined setting provides the backdrop and inspiration for a palette of materials that is both relaxed and playful. The existing dwelling had relatively low ceilings and was economically built in its day. This took us down a path where ،rizontal views took precedence, and longer, lower ،es dominated. A large gabled new wing for children’s bedrooms is linked to the original ،use by a lower glazed ‘gallery.’ A second ‘gallery’ hall flanks the original building, creating a separate entry to the main bedroom suite. The floor plan has been likened to a ‘pinwheel’ and successfully creates public and private zones and separation for parents and children while also taking advantage of opening up multiple vistas across the site.
Two long hallways are reminiscent of the Owner’s child،od memories of louvered beach ،uses and sleepouts, and contemporary louvered galleries were introduced that bring to life these memories of beach ،uses for a new generation. Set into solid Black، timber window joinery, the louvered ،emblies allow for the ،use to be opened up at night and to catch the sea breeze.
A separate free-standing Studio speaks to the times also, providing a permanent work ،e separate from the ،use. The re-invented ،use has quickly become a family ،me where children and parents alike can work and live in distinct ،es and enjoy a creative and free quality of life.
منبع: https://www.archdaily.com/1015492/marine-،use-bryant-alsop