Architecture Residential

Holman House in Sydney, Australia

By Anna 1 min read

This contemporary home is located in the town of Dover Heights, west of the city of Sydney in Australia, and it is designed by Durbach Block Jaggers. The project is completed in 2004, and it has won some awards: in 2004 Featured in Sydney Open Historic Houses Trust Tour, in 2005 Wilkinson Award for Residential Architecture (NSW) and in 2005 National Award for Housing.

Durbach Block Jaggers: Sited on the edge of a 70-metre high cliff, the plan of Holman House refers to Picasso’s painting The Bather. It contains a complex series of fluid living spaces set within a meandering perimeter that arcs, folds and stretches in response to sun, landscape and views. Living and dining areas cantilever out over the ocean, allowing dramatic views up and down the coast. The lower floor forms a base that is built from rough stone walls like an extension of the cliff below. These walls continue along the cliff edge to form a series of eccentric terraced gardens and a vase-shaped rock pool.

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Photography by: Peter Bennetts, Brett Boardman, Anthony Browell, Chris Cole, John Gollings, Reiner Blunck.

Anna

Anna is a blog writer with a degree in English, a dedicated cat lover, and a decoration enthusiast. Always on the lookout for the latest trends and creative ways to style spaces, Draggy's passion for writing and design shines through in her content. She shares her love for home decor, creative expression, and all things feline, inspiring her readers with fresh and imaginative ideas. With a keen eye for detail and a flair for decoration, Draggy brings a unique perspective to every post.