07: DESIGN MOUNT LAWLEY HOUSE
LOCATION MOUNT LAWLEY, PERTH
Inspired by the aesthetics and functionality
of modern Japanese homes, the interior of
this urban abode in Mount Lawley features
raw, natural materials. Marble and stone
sit alongside the satin concrete fl oors as a
sleek companion in the streamline design.
“The burnished concrete fl oor was a learning
experience for both myself and the builder,
as the slab is eff ectively the fi nal fi nish,” says
homeowner and architect Simone Robeson. The
hardness of the fl ooring material is off set by the
use of royal blue wool carpet and ultra-plus all-
white rugs in the bedrooms and living spaces.
Architectural Design Robeson Architects
(robesonarchitects.com.au)
Photography Dion Photography08: DESIGN ROZELLE HOUSE
LOCATION ROZELLE, NEW SOUTH WALES
More than just a contemporary design
statement, the concrete used in this modern
dwelling in Rozelle is the design foundation
of the entire home. “The raw imperfections
create a unique character and tell a story
of how the house was constructed,” says
homeowner Anthony Andreatta. While not
the owners’ fi rst choice of building material,
concrete has become the hero of this build,
taking pride of place across the fl oors,
ceilings and open fi replace. The polished
concrete fl oors underline the industrial feel of
the modern aesthetic and are a refl ection of
the unique board-marked concrete ceilings.
Architectural Design Simon Georges,
Development Design
Builder Rombro Constructions
(rombroconstructions.com.au)09: DESIGN RHYLL HOUSE
LOCATION RHYLL, PHILLIP ISLAND
Situated in the small fi shing town of Rhyll
on Victoria’s Phillip Island, this large family
home is gifted with 220-degree views of the
tree-laden cliff s and hills along with glimpses
of Western Port Bay. Built as a holiday home
for an extended family of 10, this seaside
residence needs to stand up to the rigours
of family life and the harsh conditions of
a coastal environment. The homeowners
chose to go with concrete fl oors throughout
much of the home and the sophisticated
industrial fi nish will certainly stand the test
of time. Warm timber fl ooring softens other
areas of the house and creates an interesting
dichotomy with the polished concrete.
“There’s a play-off between warm, rustic
materials and contemporary decadence,”
says architect Jorja Gec.
Architectural Design Jarchitecture
(jarchitecture.com.au)
Builder Brent Casbolt Builders
(brentcasbolt.com.au)
Photography Shannon McGrath07
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