Hovering high above the Great Ocean Road sits a black robust structure hidden among the gum trees. Its aluminium-clad exterior serves as a practical response to the high bushfire rating in the area, while an asymmetrical building envelope explores different levels, angles and roof lines, maximising not just the views but complementing the steep landscape of the block. This coastal home sits peacefully within its environment yet it’s not through its exterior that the true character of this home is revealed. It’s only upon being invited inside that the rich personality of those who live here comes alive…
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