MALENY HOUSES

PROJECT HOUSE MALENY

Close to a perfect site - falls to the north, protected from the winter westerlies and the blustering south-easterlies - and views over the show grounds that can not be built out. The solution to maximising the site aspect was to develop a stepped design with maximum openings to the view and cooling north-easterly summer breezes. Site slope was sufficient to allow a half level transition with minimal earth works. The lower level kitchen, dine and living opening on to a covered deck on the north-east corner; the laundry and a blank wall to the west complete this level.

Bathroom and ensuite provide the same blanket to the west on the upper level, with bedrooms and study taking advantage of the aesthetic and climatic aspect.

External openings throughout have been positioned to minimise the requirement for privacy screening.