A dramatic, tapering ceiling peels back to reveal the full verticality of the canopy from deep within the interior
Located in St Kilda East, this residential project is defined by its profound connection to the site's existing landscape. Anchored by a magnificent cluster of 15-metre-high Spotted Gum trees in the rear garden, the architecture was conceived as a deliberate mechanism to frame nature. In the primary living and kitchen zones, a dramatic, tapering ceiling leans upward and outward, peeling back to reveal the full verticality of the canopy from deep within the interior.
This dialogue with the landscape directly dictates the home's material palette. Blurring the boundary between the built form and the garden, Spotted Gum is utilised extensively across both the interior and exterior. From the expansive decking and window frames to the internal flooring and custom joinery, the timber creates a warm, tactile, and continuous visual language.
Reflecting an uncompromising approach to residential design, the project is characterised by exceptional detailing across all scales. Beyond the large structural gestures, every tactile touchpoint was purposefully considered. From bespoke spatial battens and integrated bedheads to custom lighting and individual switches, no element was treated as an afterthought. The result is a highly resolved environment where every detail is deliberately crafted.
Note: This project was completed by Maurie Novak during his tenure as Principal Architect at Ron Unger Architects
