Templestowe Lower

Designed for an active family of five (plus two beloved dogs), the residence seamlessly balances spaces for entertaining with moments of retreat, where family life can flourish. The layout has a natural flow, with generous, light-filled spaces that encourage entertaining while offering areas of retreat. The open-plan living areas create connection, while level changes and built-in furniture create intimacy within those spaces. Thoughtfully placed private spaces and zones offer moments of solitude away from the heart of the home.

Whether hosting guests or enjoying quiet mornings by the pool, the home adapts to the tempo of family life.

The home offers a street level entry into a light filled semi-basement where dramatic voids send light down to highlight the natural finishes of concrete and timber. The bold staircase draws the occupant up into the house and acts as a transition between the street and interior of the house. A laser cut screen spanning a two-storey window, captures shadows throughout the afternoon creating dappled light reflective of the nearby bushland tree canopy. Complete with a large hobby room, lift, mudroom, bathroom, storeroom, four car garage and theatre the semi-basement maximises the use of the site while using a lightcourt to keep a light airy feel to the spaces.

Stepping up into the heart of the home a feature curved brick wall spans the two-storey void anchoring the design, where a two-storey window drags light over the textured surfaces. Here at the heart, a luxurious bar and cellar space overlook the alfresco and pool, linking into the kitchen and main living area. A guest, bedroom / study with private balcony overlooks the street while a cosy living space creates a warm sunny retreat in winter.

The interior palette is dominated by soft muted colours, tactile surfaces, creating a backdrop that exudes tranquillity and sophistication and allows for furniture and art to add a personal touch of colour.

Zoning, good orientation and window placement promote natural airflow and solar passive systems create comfort and reduced energy consumption.

The third floor houses a sunny private living area with views across the valley, a kid's zone featuring three large bedrooms and a luxurious bathroom. The master suite worthy of any five-star hotel, features a Juliette balcony with views to the sunset, a large sky lit walk-in-robe complete with dressing table and opulent ensuite.

All these factors come together seamlessly to enhance the experience of the inhabitants and to create longevity which is focused on low maintenance and a high level of comfort. 

What’s left is a contemporary family home fitting our clients' personalities and lifestyle.