BACK HOUSE
The adjoining property is a quintessential 1960’s beach shack constructed of lightweight cladding on a hardwood timber frame, which has stood the test of time both in aesthetics and durability. This new home was inspired by these qualities and a brief was formed to create a modern version of the original neighbouring beach shack.
The simplicity of the modern shack concept is evident in the modular grid setout of what is essentially a two storey ‘box’. The use of sheet cladding and weatherboard cladding provided the opportunity to create interesting visual expression. This aesthetic is further enhanced through the application of a different block colour to each material.
The use of lightweight materials suits the sub-tropical environment in which the home is located. The width of heavy weight construction methods would have compromised the overall planning on such a tight site.
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