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Carefully detailed and clad in humble corrugated steel, the house embraces materials selected for their honesty, durability, and ease of use, allowing light, weather, and season to shape its character. Generous verandahs and louvred decks extend daily life outdoors throughout the year, reimagining the social heart of the classic crib, where living flowed naturally between inside and out.
Location:
Mount Iron
Completed:
2026
Floor Area:
240m²
Contractor:
Quinton Mills Building Ltd
Photographer:
John Williams