Paradise Waters Residence

This new residence was actually a renovation project utilising the existing ground floor slab and external walls. With the client being a structural engineer allowed some flexibility in repositioning additional volumes. The design was conceived as a minimalist project with simple volumetric forms balanced on thelower structure and cantilevering to provide cover below. Roof forms were extended to suit the subtropical climate and provide double height voids to the entry sequence and rear canal. The material palette was minimalistic in approach with simple rendered forms, feature off-form concrete breaking down to timber look battening for privacy, filtered light & breezes. The battening articulated the general massing forms. Timber and stone material provided a more natural palette contrasting with the minimalist render. The central courtyard and pool area provide a sanctuary from both the street front and canal front wedged between two adjacent forms protecting this space. An entry sequence was provided from the front gate entry through to the front door through this courtyard space. Completed: October 2020 Photography: Kristian Van Der Beek (KvdB)