A central void that draws dynamic natural light deep into the centre of the footprint
Located in Caulfield, the Raynes project challenges the conventional dual-occupancy model. Rather than presenting as two mirrored dwellings severed by an obvious party wall, the façade reads as a single, unified gesture. A continuous brick frame spans from boundary to boundary, while the asymmetrical placement of the upper windows creates a balanced tension, ensuring each home feels like an integral part of a cohesive whole.
Internally, the floorplan is anchored by a central courtyard that effectively pulls the landscape into the core of the home. Wrapped in expansive, steel-framed glazing that is sharply angled in both plan and elevation, this central void draws dynamic natural light deep into the centre of the footprint, blurring the line between interior and environment.
To accommodate a generous program of four bedrooms and multiple living zones, the design actively avoids the dark, linear corridors typical of deep footprints. Instead, movement is guided through open, multifunctional transition spaces. This fluid sequence of rooms ensures every square metre is engaged, creating a deeply liveable environment defined by connection and light.
