DESIGN OVERVIEW
Eastern Suburbs, NSW
A narrow-site duplex direction with refined vertical proportions, compact courtyards and efficient three-bedroom planning.
The Site
A vertically composed pair for tighter suburban sites, balancing efficient planning with real entries, storage and private outdoor space.
Recessed entries, fine brickwork and upper-level frames give each narrow home a clear identity.
A daylit stair helps the compact plan feel connected and brings light into the centre.
Kitchen and living spaces open fully to a paved courtyard with a simple planted edge.
Three bedrooms, two bathrooms and linen storage are arranged around a short central landing.
The Two Homes
Small changes in entry depth, stair light and courtyard treatment give the two homes distinct daily experiences.
Design Response for Home 1A
A slim planted lightwell brings daylight into the circulation core while the rear kitchen and living room operate as one calm garden space.
Design Response for Home 1B
The entry sequence aligns with a garden view, leading through a compact study edge to open living and a sheltered rear terrace.
Efficient structural bays retain comfortable rooms without excessive circulation.
Recessed porches and material variation distinguish the homes within one coherent frontage.
Stair glazing and a small lightwell brighten the centre of each long plan.
Simple rectangular outdoor rooms support dining, planting and everyday family use.
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