Tasmania

Set within spectacular open fields in South Australia, this detached two-storey villa was designed as a peaceful and highly functional retreat for a retired couple, one of whom has limited mobility. The architecture embraces its rural setting with a bold pitched roof that echoes the surrounding hills, while simultaneously meeting the couple’s physical and emotional needs through sensitive, accessible design.
 

The spatial layout ensures that all primary living functions are located on the ground floor, allowing for seamless, step-free movement. Circulation paths are wide, thresholds are level, and all key areas are interconnected physically or visually, enabling the live-in carer to remain attentive and nearby without compromising the client's independence or dignity.

Above, a mezzanine level offers a private and elevated retreat for the other partner — a space dedicated to his passion for astronomy. This quiet, elevated nook provides both solitude and a framed connection to the night sky, celebrating individual identity within a shared home.
 

Generous ocean-facing windows bring in daylight and expansive views, while the use of natural materials—including timber, stone, and soft neutral finishes—grounds the home in its environment. The villa’s bold form sits confidently in the landscape, yet its palette and proportions remain respectful of the site's beauty and tranquillity.

This project is a reflection of contextual modernism, biophilic design, and inclusive architecture — creating a contemporary, characterful home where care, connection, and comfort coexist.