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Hobson Bay House
Perched on the old cliff face of Hobson Bay, this project was an exercise on inserting a new two level house within the existing envelope of the previous building.
The overlooking by the neighbouring residence resulted in a single aspect design focused on Hobson Bay with a large skylight introducing light from above to the stairwell and lower level.
The landscaped triangle of land below features both natives as shrubs and ground cover with a hot tub suspended above the landscape accessed by a narrow bridge making for a wonderful evening experience.
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Contractor: Good Brothers Group
Landscape Architect: Philip Smith
Interior Design: Niki Harrison
Photographer: David Straight
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