Grand Designs Australia Sourcebook — November 2017

10: DESIGN CREER HOUSE

LOCATION RANDWICK, SYDNEY

Split into two purposes, this ultra-modern home

in the Sydney suburb of Randwick is comprised of

two elongated volumes that off er separate distinct

living spaces. The upper level is home to the

private spaces, with the bedrooms and bathrooms

located on either side of the central passage

and staircase. The lower level contains a family

room at the front of the house, which is separate

from the main open-plan living area at the rear.

“The primary living space was designed to

create designated spots for the diff erent usages,

resulting in an L-shaped plan,” says architect Tanya

Hancock. “This assisted in breaking up the room

and minimising noise transfers.”

Architectural and Interior Designer

Hancock Architects (hancockarchitects.com.au)

Builder Luigi Mollica

Photography Simon Whitbread

11: DESIGN NORTH MANLY HOUSE

LOCATION NORTH MANLY, SYDNEY

With an open-plan kitchen, living/dining areas,

rumpus room, lounge room, private decks,

outdoor patio and pool to play in, this family

residence in North Manly doesn’t lack for living

spaces. Overlooking a natural reserve, the

abundance of picture windows in the light-fi lled

home off er green views from nearly every room

and takes advantage of the unique orientation

of the site. With spaces that feed into each other

and sliding doors that fully open indoor spaces

to the outside, living and entertaining is made

easy. Tailored to the needs of a busy family, this

hefty renovation resulted in “a beautiful modern

family home that off ers fl exibility, functionality,

relaxation and enjoyment in every aspect of

living”, according to architect Kristin Utz.

Architectural and Interior Design

Utz-Sanby Architects (utzsanby.com)

Builder Builtform (builtform.net.au)

Photography Marian Riabic

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