May Residences

 

Designed to balance presence and restraint.

A pair of residences shaped around light, proportion, and how they are lived in.

Location: Aberfeldie

Typology: Dual Occupancy

Status: Completed 2024

The site called for a response that was both considered and confident.

The surrounding context is established and residential — requiring the homes to sit comfortably within it, without losing their own identity.

The project was approached from the inside out.

The focus was not on form initially — but on how the homes would be lived in day-to-day.

Living areas were positioned to maximise natural light and connection to outdoor space, while circulation was simplified to remove unnecessary movement through the home.

Each residence is structured around clear zoning.

Shared spaces are open and connected, while private areas are deliberately separated.

Transitions between these zones are controlled — allowing the home to feel both open and contained, depending on how it is used.

Each decision supports how the home is lived in — not just how it appears.

Modern house exterior with large windows, brick facade, white metal fence, and a tree in the front yard.
Curved brick wall with grey stairs and railing
Modern interior with wooden staircase, dining area with table and chairs, contemporary chandelier, and light wood flooring.
Modern kitchen with white cabinets, marble island, and barstool, featuring built-in ovens and glass shelves.
Modern living room with brown modular sofa, cushioned armchair, marble coffee tables, large floral artwork, and a wall-mounted fireplace. White curtains cover a window, adding natural light. A black table lamp and books are on a low cabinet.
Modern dining room and kitchen with a wooden table, burgundy chairs, a vase of green flowers, and a contemporary light fixture. The space includes a visible staircase and white cabinetry.
Modern interior with glass wall, wooden staircase, minimalist shelving, and marble surfaces
Modern minimalist bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower and wall-mounted vanity sinks.
Aerial view of a modern backyard with a swimming pool, two white lounge chairs, green grass area, and surrounding plants.
Modern living room with a brown sofa, marble coffee tables, and a large floral artwork. Features a black lamp on a light cabinet, a fireplace, and a brown lounge chair. Decor includes a vase with white flowers.