Moving House

by Architects EAT

Visually intriguing and with a kryptonite presence the “Moving Structure House” is a unique design of modern industrial architecture.

From the streetscape, the modern concrete exterior and strong lineal screen is boldly interrupted by a pedestrian gate. Once inside the property, a green landscaping pause allows for the senses to absorb the surroundings. And, on further approach, a cantilevered concrete formed entry provides a welcome and protective gesture to both home owner and visitor.

The corbiarsar green door, opens up into a light filled living space, revealing the partially glazed and curved geometries of the home’s stunning architectural roof line. Reflective bench tops and timber joinery injections throughout, offer material alternatives, whilst the cross ventilation is achieved with significant glazing to the east.

These bi-fold doors allow for a seasonal transition, by opening the home in the warmer months, to benefits the serenity of the outdoors, and closes up securely to block the bitter cold of the winter months.

The style of the interior is intensely characterised by the use of concrete. Looking upwards to the raw and textured ceiling a play of light creates an ever-changing focal point. Conversely, the polished concrete floor is sleek and gently catches the shadows of the surrounds.

Accommodation in the home is generous and spread over the ground and level one floors, with the bedroom decor supporting the flow, which gently moves from the living area and allowing the voluminous and curvaceous architecture to speak the loudest. 

A suburban surprise, this solid, light filled design speaks directly to the principles of the people at Architects EAT. Their values of visual stimulation, form, function and experiential living are met in Kew with careful consideration and confidence.

Photography by Derek Swallwell.

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