Screen House / Warc Studio Architects

Screen House / Warc Studio Architects - Table, Chair, Beam, DeckScreen House / Warc Studio Architects - Sofa, Windows, Chair, BeamScreen House / Warc Studio Architects - Table, Sofa, Countertop, Kitchen, Chair, BeamScreen House / Warc Studio Architects - Facade, BeamScreen House / Warc Studio Architects - More Images+ 13

  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2016
  • Photographs
    Photographs:Aaron Pocock
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Bona, Artedomus, Artedomus Elba Marble, Blackbutt floorboards, Metaldesign, Quantum Aquaoil, Quantum Timber Finishes, Radial Timbers
Screen House / Warc Studio Architects - Table, Chair, Beam, Deck
© Aaron Pocock

Text description provided by the architects. This project is for modest yet highly detailed alterations and additions to an existing detached weatherboard Edwardian residence with a rear Western aspect in Camberwell, Victoria. As well as the proposed living area additions, the brief called for the upgrading of existing bath rooms, wardrobes, improved internal circulation, the provision of a swimming pool, and landscaped utility areas

Screen House / Warc Studio Architects - Sofa, Table, Wood, Brick, Beam, Windows
© Aaron Pocock
Plan
Screen House / Warc Studio Architects - Chair, Facade, Beam, Deck, Patio
© Aaron Pocock

The design solution focused on the interaction with the garden and outdoor space while managing the potentially harsh Western aspect of the site. Windows, cabinetry, walls and ceilings were also strategically placed to unveil views and openings to the outside. On entering the house, the main corridor provides an immediate view through to the rear garden. As the occupants proceed towards the rear, a series of views unfold: the North garden framed by cabinetry; glimpses of the sky through a strip skylight; views of trees through high level windows; screened views to the Western outdoor areas.

Screen House / Warc Studio Architects - Windows, Wood, Deck
© Aaron Pocock

The rear additions are cloaked in timber hardwood screens that mitigate the Northern and Western sunlight while maintaining views and visual surveillance of the pool area. The screens can be opened to maximise the afternoon sun during Winter as well as enabling maintenance to the façade.

Sustainability
Mutliple sustainable measures were employed on this project and include: high insulation levels; double glazing; externally operable screen to maximise seasonal variation in passive solar radiation; locally and sustainably harvested Victorian hardwood using profiles that maximise timber yield; low VOC finishes; formaldehyde free plywood; rain water harvesting; hydronic heating; compost & vegetable garden

Screen House / Warc Studio Architects - Table, Sofa, Countertop, Kitchen, Chair, Beam
© Aaron Pocock

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Cite: "Screen House / Warc Studio Architects" 04 Oct 2018. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/903216/screen-house-warc-studio-architects> ISSN 0719-8884

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