
When normal is sculptured to become the beautiful – Seed House
Receiving a Commendation for Residential Architecture at the recent NSW Architecture Awards, Seed House by Sydney architects Fitzpatrick & Partners is positioned on a typical steep bushland block overlooking Middle Harbour at Castlecrag. Surrounded by rocky outcrops and angophora trees, the home grows out of its natural surroundings which informed it choices of materials – stone, timber, steel and concrete.
About the Project
Utilising the latest technologies in engineered timber construction, this healthy home imbues a sense of warmth and comfort. Every bracket and screw is used to inform the overall aesthetic of the home, with materials selected so to develop a patina of use and character with time. The normal is sculptured to become the beautiful. Its experimentation in construction and engineering has supported the architectural vision. It is a forever home, yet it is home to a young family. It will adapt and change as they do, forever.
CREDITS
Project
Seed House
Location
Castlecrag, Sydney
Architect
Fitzpatrick + Partners
Project Team
James Fitzpatrick, Joseph Rowe
Builder
David Campbell Building
Engineer
Taylor Thomson Whitting
Landscaping
Manna Landscapes
Site Details
Site area: 5192 Sqm
Building area: 706 Sqm
Timeline
Design, documentation: 12 months
Construction: 30 months
Sources
ArchitectureAU – https://architectureau.com/articles/seed-house/
Fitzpatrick & Partners – https://www.fitzpatrickpartners.com
Photography by John Gollings
- Posted by Sydney Sotheby's Realty North
- On December 7, 2020
- 0 Comment