Near the beach in Newcastle, New South Wales, this new build makes the most of a tiny subdivided site for truly inspired urban infill. Designed around existing mature trees on the block, the house is orientated to the laneway on the west and also engages with the street to the north, taking on a role of passive surveillance and fostering a sense of community in its coastal suburban surroundings.
At only 120 square metres, the three-bedroom, single-bathroom home employs design tricks and careful detailing to ensure that it feels larger than it is. A raised deck built around a feature olive tree connects two small interior living rooms, almost doubling the living space when the weather is fine. Built-in furniture allows for smaller rooms and more storage, and a hallway…
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Sanctuary: Modern Green Homes (Digital) - 1 Issue, Issue 70