House in a Garden

A dwelling embedded within foliage Conceived as a serene retreat above the Birrarung floodplain, House in a Garden by Edition Office is a testament to the harmonious integration of architecture and landscape. This residential project in Melbourne engages with the quietly powerful experience of being enveloped by a dense, verdant environment. The design prioritizes the phenomenological qualities of space, fostering a lasting sense of wellbeing and a deep connection to the natural world. The house accommodates a single family, with spaces designed to expand and contract around existing tree canopies. Smoothly cornered timber walls create a series of interconnected living areas, alongside more intimate zones for retreat. The architecture negotiates a delicate balance between intimacy and expansiveness, privacy and connection. While outward views are maintained, the focus remains on the inward, bodily experience of inhabiting the canopy and surrounding landscape.

Design Highlights

Embedded within a dense landscape above the Birrarung floodplain Interconnected living areas and intimate retreat zones Smoothly cornered timber walls Phenomenological focus on space and natural connection Balance between intimacy and expansiveness

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