My Design

I want to recreate the hierarchal positioning of the public and private spaces, and define the different areas by a level difference.

Samford House Isometric Outside

The Samford House is designed for privacy. The Architect has done that bluntly, with the design resembling a wall and a guard tower. Timber slats over the windows reduce the amount of heat that enters the building, but also block the viewer from the outside from seeing in. The House follows the concept the the client can see out, but nobody can see in.

Samford House Section/West Elevation

Western Side blocks sun. Limited windows on western side to counteract Queensland summer sun.

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Samford House Upper Floor Plan

The Samford house utilizes the roof space of the two garages. Both of these are used as roof gardens, and raised patios. The client can in the mornings and afternoons have a quiet getaway retreat. These patios are not visible from the ground level.

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Samford House Ground Floor Plan

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Samford House Basement Plan

The main living area is raised 800mm above ground level. This enables the basement to have high windows, and natural cross ventilation.

Reference: Bligh Graham Architects, Bligh Graham Architects, 2007, http://www.architecture.com.au/awards_search?option=showaward&entryno=2008049051, accessed 28/02/10

Samford House Site Plan

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