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Sumit Singhal
Sumit Singhal loves modern architecture. He comes from a family of builders who have built more than 20 projects in the last ten years near Delhi in India. He has recently started writing about the architectural projects that catch his imagination. North Bondi House in Australia by Scale ArchitectureMarch 15th, 2018 by Sumit Singhal
Article source: Scale Architecture Situated atop the Sydney sea cliffs on Ben Buckler point, the project responds to its unique topography, by closely following the natural contours of the site. The house is split across two levels, taking full advantage of the views to both sides of the ridge, while a central void containing a sculptural steel stair, brings natural light deep into the plan.  Image Courtesy © Scale Architecture
 Image Courtesy © Scale Architecture The folded steel stair connects the different levels with a single gesture, framing a sequence of views through the house as it turns in on itself, while a diagonal shift in the stair introduces a tension that breaks with the house’s otherwise orthogonal geometry.  Image Courtesy © Scale Architecture  Image Courtesy © Scale Architecture The house is designed to take in the stunning views offered by the site, with uninterrupted views of the Pacific Ocean to the east and panoramic the view to Bondi Beach and the city beyond to the west.  Image Courtesy © Scale Architecture  Image Courtesy © Scale Architecture A simple palette of materials of exposed white brick walls are complemented by natural limestone and spotted gum hardwood floors defines the character of the project, while fine steel detailing to openings and balconies, provide a lightweight counterpoint to the masonry walls.  Image Courtesy © Scale Architecture  Image Courtesy © Scale Architecture The project has been designed to ensure year-round thermal comfort without the need for energy-hungry air conditioning. Operable external blinds on the upper levels allow control of shade and privacy, keeping the house cool in summer without inhibiting solar access in winter. Hydronic underfloor heating provides energy efficient heating and exposed brick walls add thermal mass, helping to regulate the internal temperatures.  Image Courtesy © Scale Architecture  Image Courtesy © Scale Architecture  Image Courtesy © Scale Architecture  Image Courtesy © Scale Architecture
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