Perched on a high ground, the land slopes 8m down towards the street below & spot a commanding view of the surrounding. From the entry level above, the house appears a humble scale with only 2 storey being visible from the car porch entrance. The 4 storey volume is carefully manipulated with a series of interlocking cubic volumes as composition & negotiate in sensitive ways towards the valley below. Upon entry, dramatic view is captured when viewed from the living space over the infinity edge pool as if the house is suspended above the hill valley. Interlocking spaces allow light to filter into the inner volumes & created a playful display of light & shadow. Light well & landscape features are always present at vertical connecting stairs & elements. Slim profile aluminium windows are used to minimize visual interference with the beautiful expanse of the view. Interior spaces are clad with neutral grey-tone stone & wood panelling. A minimalistic landscape design approach is used to organize the garden & internal light well. Together with a few prized bonsai, large & small basalt rocks are arranged in strategic vantage points from the interior giving the space a calm and zen feel.
