This residence combines a number of living spaces that resemble a resort, with a few little surprises. On arrival, the impressive main entry hall extends over 70m to provide a sense of transition and discovery. Inverted linear cove lighting traces the entire length expressing the junction between the floor and wall, with integrated lighting set into the pre-cast treads. The main living areas are open and welcoming, requiring both large-scale and intimate design responses. A number of lighting design elements work together to capture the variety of textures and volumes, as well as accenting the main architectural features.
The central courtyard is illuminated via the pool, utilizing the body of water as a lantern between the main living block and the pool- house. To the North of the pool-house is a tennis court, illuminated by precise lensed LED floodlights. The court sits just meters from the neighbours house, yet receives near no spill light as a result. The pool-house stairs, illuminated entirely by concealed linear lighting to the outer stringers, lead to an underground basketball court. This space is surrounded by rammed-earth walls, leaving the impression it were carved from the local sandstone. Lighting to the entire court is via perfectly positioned linear downlights which avoid any scalloping on the walls or shadowing on the huge concrete beam structures which hold up the tennis court above. Lighting to the court surface is over 0.97 uniformity, with a beam cross-over well above the height of the rings.
Custom luminaires and bespoke detailing provide a unique signature to the residence, together with a selection of classic and contemporary feature fittings. The entire house utilizes a DALI-based control system, linked to the client’s phones for ease of control.
