"Shelter in Place" is a bush home nestled on the banks of the Seven Creeks, beautifully embedded into the landscape, with subtle distinctions between bushland and built environment.
Inspired by neighbouring stone ravines, the house is tiered over two levels, drawing strength and stability from the granite. Its earthy concrete, stone, and timber materials reflect this robustness. The architecture creates strong lines amidst the organic terrain, enhancing the experience of the undulating site and distant hills.
The ground floor prioritizes the arrival sequence, layering an entry courtyard, gallery hall, and family living area with the outdoors and softly landscaped yard. A quietness pervades the spaces. The northern facade engages the creek, framing views through thoughtful openings, while offering a sanctuary from harsh summers and potential bushfires.
On the upper level, veiled edges and a rooftop garden host indigenous grasses, fostering a connection with nature, ensuring privacy, and offering a glimpse of nature's theatre. Each frame captures new moments of the creek's activities, encouraging quiet observation.
Created through collaboration with a dedicated construction team and wonderful clients, the home offers a unique opportunity to reside in the wilderness of the northeast, allowing true immersion in the creek's daily activities.
Gibney Building
Little Brother Media
We respectfully acknowledge the Taungurung and Yorta Yorta peoples, who are the traditional custodians of the land on which we live, work and create. We also acknowledge the Traditional Owners of lands across Australia where our projects are placed. We pay our respects to them, their culture and traditions. We recognise their connection to the land and honour their elders, both past, present and emerging.
