By Foomann Architects
The extension to the Mosh House is an assembly of simple forms designed as a pavilion to embrace the outdoors.
Located in the bayside Melbourne suburb of Elwood; the spirit that we wanted to instil was the fun and glamour of the Case Study Architects, particularly Pierre Koenig and Craig Ellwood, with influence from Mies van der Rohe and Tezuka Architects.
We worked with minimal, clearly defined key elements knowing that the clients would appreciate the clarity and lack of clutter.
We mitigated the distinction between inside and out through the use of materials, continuous forms, glass doors sliding behind walls and discreet junctions. With the doors open, the defined room becomes an open shelter.
Builder: ProvanBuilt
Photography: Derek Swalwell
Jo Foong and Jamie Sormann established Foomann in 2008. Our architecture practice is devoted to the realisation of beautifully simple, sensitive spaces.
Located in the centre of Melbourne; we have projects across Victoria in residential, interior, hospitality, retail and multi-res fields with varied budgets. Utility, context and sustainability underpin our approach.
We encourage collaboration and embrace ideas from aligned clients, building professionals and craftspeople. We immerse ourselves in every project and work towards inspired outcomes that elevate the experience of everyday life.
Associations
Jo is a certified Passive House Designer, an Examiner for the Architects Registration Board of Victoria (ARBV) and a member of the Australian Institute of Architects
Jamie is the current chairperson of the ArchiTeam Board of Directors
Carbon Neutral
Foomann runs as a Carbon Neutral practice as assessed by Pangolin Associates