Cube House Seaforth

Brief:

The brief involved demolition of the existing, small 2 storey brick home and create a new contemporary home which takes advantage of the north facing backyard and district and distant ocean views.

The home was to incorporate 5 bedrooms, a large lap pool and multiple living spaces across 2 levels.

Solution:

The proposal maximises the northerly aspect by locating the house right on the front setback allowing full use of the sunny backyard and the living spaces on both levels to capture the sunlight.

The concept has a very contemporary look with clean, box-like facades and two pop-up roofs, which again take advantage of the northerly aspect and allows light to penetrate into the middle of the building.

8 Star Home: ★★★★★★★★

This home achieved an 8 star thermal rating when assessed in BERS Pro, an approved thermal modelling program.

Approval:

DA Approved by Manly council - June 2011

Construction:

Concrete slab, rendered full brick and concrete, Colorbond roof

Completed:

2013

Site area 726.5 sqm

Construction Cost: 1.2m+

Builder: Domenico Ferragina (retired)