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