Built in 2012, the Park House by Shaun Lockyer Architects is a lovely contemporary residence in New Farm, Queensland, Australia. The property was quite different a few years ago, before being extensively altered and expanded to its current shape.
One key modification affected the living/dining/kitchen area, which now affords a better indoor-outdoor communication. The more dramatic alteration revolves around the addition of a Park Room above the existing living areas. This permitted the introduction of several different volumes and voids that help “create a sense of drama”. An excellent result of this alteration is the fact that light can now reach the living spaces below in a beautiful manner.
Photos by: Scott Burrows
I’m curious—how did the architects balance the new volumes without disrupting the original structure’s flow? And what inspired the concept of the Park Room to enhance light and drama so effectively?
The architects carefully aligned new volumes to respect the original structure’s proportions, ensuring seamless flow. The Park Room draws inspiration from natural light patterns and surrounding greenery, creating a dynamic space that enhances both brightness and architectural drama.
This sounds interesting, but can you provide more details or before-and-after photos? I’m curious how the design changes truly improved the indoor-outdoor flow and light distribution. Evidence would help understand the impact better.
Thank you for your interest! The design opens up living spaces with large sliding doors and strategically placed windows, enhancing light and flow. We’ll share before-and-after photos soon to clearly showcase these improvements. Stay tuned!