Inside a Fashion Photographers Dream Home Designed For Family Living (House Tour)
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- Опубліковано 30 тра 2024
- Immersed in a leafy plateau and enriched by an Australian modernist theme, Plateau Project centres on creating a journey that connects each space in the dream home. As such, when renovating what was a small, bygone house, Rama Architects sought to create a dream home for a family with spaces that are separate but consciously connected through its architecture, textures and a simple material palette.
Perched high in Bilgola Plateau in Sydney’s northern beaches, a raked ceiling delivers expansive views over bushland and Pittwater, with solid timber doors and windows framing the view. Neighbouring the leafy expanse of Angophora Reserve, the client hoped to achieve a sense of anonymity and retreat. The dwelling was designed for fashion photographer Georges Antoni and his partner, and Georges reflects, “the whole idea… was about facilitating an amazing location and foundation for my children and family to spend time together.”
Thomas Martin, director at Rama Architects and the architect for Plateau Project, notes “the inspiration for the house started with an Australian modernism theme, which we can see in the architecture of the large living room and expression of the rafters.” As such, the dream home plays with curves and lines, and confinement and expanse in its interior design.
A sense of journey is tangible throughout the architecture of the dream home, becoming immediately apparent as you enter - a winding cavernous hallway greets you, curving around and leading to a dramatic reveal of soaring ceilings and exposed rafters. Thomas reflects, “everywhere you look, there is a glimpse or a tease into the next space.” You will then see a turret with brick and masonry walls and a sculptural steel handrail leading upstairs to the sleeping quarters, a courtyard and a pool area. Nourishing this sense of journey and maintaining connectivity between the rooms relates to Rama Architect’s modernist approach that form follows function. “We need to make the house functional as a priority, as opposed to it looking good,” says Thomas.
The materiality of the home’s interior design is defined by a simple yet evocative approach. Bespoke aerated concrete, MicroCrete, and Bauwerk paint on bricks feature throughout and art, furniture and decor are kept simple and modern. An abundance of natural light reflects on soft MicroCrete floors and walls, creating warmth alongside the raw concrete ceilings. Similarly, vein-cut travertine benchtops feature in the kitchen of the dream home. “The travertine adds character to the kitchen - almost art in itself - and being quite warm-toned, it was a nice balance between the otherwise light finishes within the house,” says Thomas. Georges also notes, “the textural palette was more important than the colour palette of this house.“
Another central feature of the dream home’s allure is the fireplace from Stoke. Georges explains, “one of the key considerations when we chose the MODE Tall Gas Fireplace from Stoke is that we had to use gas fireplaces as we reside in a BAL-FZ flame zone.” As well as adding warmth and a cosy ambience to the main living room, the fireplace creates a sense of drama. “As you walk into the living room, you are greeted with a really tall space, and the fireplace accentuates that height,” says Thomas.
Playing with materials, shape and volume, Plateau Project is robust yet soft, bold yet light, confined yet open - this marrying of opposites creating a sense of cohesion and fluidity. As such, Rama Architects nourishes a sense of flow between spaces that results in a functional and melodic family home.
00:00 - Introduction to the Dream Home
00:51 - A Family Focused Brief
01:48 - The Inspiration for the Home
02:23 - Implementing Form Follows Function
03:08 - Key Features of the Home
03:56 - The Material and Textural Palette
05:02 - Proud Moments
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Photography by Georges Antoni.
Architecture by Rama Architects.
Fireplace by Stoke.
Filmed and Edited by Emble Studio.
Production by The Local Project.
Location: Bilgola Plateau, New South Wales, Australia
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We hope you enjoyed the enchanting journey through the Plateau Project! The transformation of a small, bygone house into a dream home by Rama Architects is truly a testament to the beauty of Australian modernism and thoughtful design. For more of the latest and greatest in architecture, interior design and house tours, be sure to order a copy of our book ‘10’: thelocalproject.com.au/product/10-celebrating-10-issues-of-the-local-project/
Like the homeowner said, I really appreciate the textural side of elements in general, well done to the architect! Very very beatiful home this one
wow.. material so carefully selected with amazing location. truly a dream property i can never afford.
The rounded forms in both the architecture and the furnishings lend a softness to the otherwise hard surfaces. I think the palette is lovely, and I appreciate the various textures throughout the home that give it interest.
So awesome! From the chic décor to the thoughtful layout, every detail exudes creativity and comfort. 😍😍
The most tactile project I've seen on this channel. Beautiful.
Love the Flintstones vibe
From homeowners' perspective, this is likely a once in a lifetime project.
From the Architects perspective, how gratifying it must be to have completed many projects like this!
Beautiful view. Incredible!
The rounded columns and overall form of the designs is reminiscent of very dated big 1990s solid monolithics geometric everything furniture.
Truly an incredible display of architecture. Just an exceptional home, and I truly feel I went on a journey watching this video. Thank you.
The place💚
I love this❤
Nice house. and good
production.
Yup, i could tell right away that the house was designed for someone who loved sculpture and was into fashion. The entire living room/dining room area is a voluptuous space with beams and with those curves on the fireplace. Very impressive!
Yep, I'd live in this one! Tremendously inviting home.
good shit
Me gusta la singularidad de esta propiedad. Es hermosa, formas y materiales para un hogarr diferente.
This home is stunning.
I think it’s beautiful indeed.
Materials💛
Gorgeous!!!
Stunnnnnnnning ❤
Wow !
AGREE with all you said - what a mismatch...esp those dining chairs, remind me of old school chairs!!
it's so beautifulllll
If someone knows the wall paint color used in the living room would highly appreciate ❤
😍
you guys always pick really nice thumbnails for youtube, but then the frames are not actually in the video :/ is there anywhere I can see a high res version of the thumbnail?
What's the music used in the first 45 seconds?
🥰🥰🥰
how much is it ?
Any kid would be bored there lol this is a home for grown adults
kids don’t need much, did you expect to see a playroom there?
I don't know about this one. the rooms seem disconnected to me.
Almost like a beautiful emptiness. And I'm not talking about the objects around, but the feeling itself. Imagine how this place will look like being worn down over time.
আর্মি মেডিকেল এর মতো পুলিশ মেডিকেল (তবে সরকারি) কলেজ নিয়েও ভাবলে ভাল হয়
Camaleoonda🤎
why do architects ALWAYS have the worst designed websites? Tiny photos.. even smaller thumbnails, hard to read font.. Rama has it all.
Fireplace looks weird.
Please, these homes SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES - we don't need to hear constant babble by owner/architect
I actually heard comments before saying their videos had way too many lingering shots and was “boring”. I guess someone will always be unhappy.
You have a mute button.
For me the voice over is essential... I think it's a matter of taste.
I personally really like to get some background about these homes instead of just seeing nice images ...
Mute the video mate and let the rest of us enjoy the emotional connection of the owner with the house they built with love and sweat