Tree House - Church Point
By Utz Sanby Architects
This new house is on a steeply sloping block, facing due East toward Pittwater. The decision to locate the house at the top of the slope toward the rear of the block was made with the clients, early in the design phase, to ensure that the house took the best advantage of the views, privacy and natural vegetation on the site.
The house sits amongst the trees and is supported on a series of concrete piles with tree-like steel supports. The house has a simple linear plan and is softened by the addition of timber decks that meet the ground at the back of the house. The curved steel beams that frame the decks and floor plate, are reminiscent of a ship's prow and hover above the ground. An angled steel stair leads to the front door, which is painted a bright red, in contrast to the lush green landscape.
The house is open and light and engages with its natural bush setting. The kitchen bench extends to the outside and a large covered deck allowing for easy entertaining and open-plan living in all weather and all year round.
Photography: Ray Clarke
Professionals used in
Tree House - Church Point
More projects from
Utz Sanby Architects
About the
Professional
Utz Sanby Architects is an award-winning practice focused on delivering high-quality residential projects. Established in 1994 we have a reputation for delivering great design, service and buildings. We are passionate about design that enhances the lives of our clients, resulting in a positive change to how they live.
We provide a full architectural service for the duration of a project, from initial concept to completion, covering the following progressive stages:
- Initial sketch designs
- Submitting a Development Application (DA) to the Council
- Design development
- Preparing contract documentation
- Tendering and negotiation
- Contract administration
Because the design and construction process can be daunting, we endeavour to communicate, educate and assist clients throughout the process, so that the experience of the design and build is both rewarding and satisfying.
Additional services that we provide include:
- Pre-purchase site visits – for advice regarding the development potential of a site, in order to help make an informed decision prior to purchasing.
- Feasibility studies – including analysis of brief and budget; assessment of council constraints; preliminary opinion of probable cost, which may include initial conceptual design.
- Interiors and furniture selection – our full architectural service includes a selection of internal finishes, colours, tiles, lighting, sanitary and tapware and door hardware. We can also advise on the selection of furniture, fabrics, blinds and lighting.
- ArchiPro Member since2021
- Follow
- Locations
- More information