Project Description:

Parkeville is a new contemporary two-storey family home with an emphasis on modern aesthetics, open plan layouts, and functionality. The family home provides clean lines and neutral autumnal tones to create a welcoming appearance. The design blends indoor and outdoor living spaces with the use of large glass windows and sliding doors, accessing externally a high-quality landscaped garden, swimming pool and covered patio family space.

The design takes inspiration from modern minimalism, focusing on simplicity, clean geometry, and a harmonious connection between nature and architecture. The elevations combine various materials, such as smooth white plaster to the two storey elements, natural stone cladding to the single storey elements, and a large feature roof overhang finished in an autumnal red zinc which enhances the home’s contemporary feel.

The design incorporates sustainability features such as passive solar shading through the deep roof overhangs and the lower level brise soleil facing towards the south garden orientation. The use of large windows ensures excellent natural ventilation and light, reducing the need for artificial lighting during the day. The selection of natural materials, such as stone, not only adds an aesthetic appeal but also contributes to thermal mass, providing better insulation for the home.

The interior layout is focussed around open-plan living areas to promote connection within the family home. The positioning of large windows ensures that every room benefits from natural light and views of the outdoor garden areas. The second floor provides an open office space on the landing along with the bedrooms, all with features large windows for a calm and spacious feel, availing of the wonderful garden and pool views.

This modern family home achieves a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces while maintaining a balance between modern design and selection of organic materials. The designs priority was open space, natural light, and a modern aesthetic to create a home that is both functional and visually appealing. The clean lines and understated material choices promote a calm, contemporary atmosphere, ideal for modern family living.