Bouwman House
2018 Wan Country / Haberfield, NSW
Graceful curves of off-form concrete.
Bouwman House comprises alterations and additions to a 1914 Federation Style house in the Conservation Area of Haberfield, an original Sydney ‘garden suburb’.
From Cluttered Past to Calm, Curved Present
A once-congested home opened up with fluid spaces and a restrained material palette.
A problematic 1990s addition has been removed and spacious and contemporary living spaces added: open plan kitchen, living and dining room, media room and attic conversion.
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“A cluttered past gives way to calm, curved spaces. Graceful off-form concrete and a minimalist garden create moments of clarity, connection and quiet retreat. Each element is designed to feel effortless, yet deeply intentional.”
Graceful curves of off-form concrete are revealed in views through and past the original building, opening to a minimalist courtyard garden and extension to the rear.
A low-ceilinged garage in the corner of the very large block has been repurposed into a vaulted cabana space, deliberately contained to create a sanctuary and recreation area adjacent to the pool.
Awards & Recognition
2018 NSW Australian Institute of Architects
Shortlist
2018 Houses Awards
Shortlist
Bouwman House Gallery
| Project info | Details |
|---|---|
| Team | Sam Crawford, Antonia Frey, Zoe Fitzherbert-Smith, Ken Warr, Madeleine Rowe, Matthew Bolton |
| Builder | Join Constructions |
| Consultants | Geotech Engineer – JK Geotechnics Landscape Consultant – Christopher Owen Landscape Design Mechanical Engineer – ARUP Structural Engineer – Cantilever PCA – Hackett Certification & Fire Consulting |
| Council | Ashfield |
| Photographer | Brett Boardman |
| Awards | 2018 NSW Australian Institute of Architects – Shortlist 2018 Houses Awards – Shortlist |
| Published | CCAA Case Study, May 2018 Daily Telegraph, July 2018 Houses Issue 125, December 2018 ArchDaily, April 2019 Dwell, April 2019 The Local Project, November 2019 |
| Completion | 2018 |
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