Playful design elements take a simple, modern home to the next level

 

All architects need a name by which to refer to their projects and it's not hard to see the why the mastermind behind this creation, Shaun Lockyer of Shaun Lockyer Architects, dubbed it The Long House. Set upon a tranquil acreage in Chandler, Queensland, the site afforded Shaun the luxury of creating an elongated, linear floorplan that stretches out across the east-west axis to take advantage of the north-eastern exposure.

To further capitalise on the space available, and create a fluidity inside and out, Shaun created an outdoor room defined by white brick 'ha-ha' walls; a ha-ha being a recessed landscape design element that creates a vertical barrier whilst still preserving uninterrupted views of the area beyond.

Combined with a couple of full-height walls featuring large circular apertures, the design of this outdoor room adds depth and intrigue to the property without inhibiting the flow of space and light. The white brickwork, which defines the entire ground floor, also serves to create the mid-century modern look that the owners, Don and Kelvie, liked.

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Although the use of brick was initiated by Don and Kelvie to reference a mid-century modern look, it was also an ideal choice as it responds to the local vernacular, which is overwhelmingly brick veneer construction, Shaun points out. Moreover, as brick is renowned for its robust nature and longevity - capable of withstanding the harshest of weather - it's perfect for a home in the sub-tropics.

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