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The Clovelly Residence by Tzannes Associates

By Sophie Johnson

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Tzannes Associates created this contemporary home in 2010 for a client in Sydney, Australia.

It is shaped like the letter L to maximize natural light and channel the air for passive cooling.

The Clovelly Residence by Tzannes Associates:

“The residence forms a L-shape to create a protected enclave and to maximise solar access, natural ventilation and aspect as well as utilising energy efficiency by including 3 water tanks, reverse brick veneer walls, sun control louvres and shutters, natural ventilation, hot water solar panels and photo-voltaic cells.

The building has an expressed off-form concrete structure with flush oiled infill timber panelling, providing an honesty of form and legibility of structure.

The robust materials compliment the natural cliff reserve setting, with the restricted material palette continuing through to the interior.

Polished concrete floors turn up to form the monolithic kitchen island bench which accommodates a cooking range, commensurate with the clients love for food.

Internal timber joinery and wall linings utilise the same external timber species, tallowwood.”

Photos by : Steve Back

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About Sophie Johnson

As the senior editor for HomeDSGN, Sophie is the ultimate authority on all things home. With years of experience and a deep passion for home decor, she brings an unparalleled level of expertise to everything she does. From decorating and interior design or from cleaning to organization, her insights and guidance are invaluable to anyone looking to transform their living space. Learn more about HomeDSGN's Editorial Process.

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