Australian practice Harley Graham Architects have designed and built Great Granny House in collaboration with pioneer mid-century architectural practice Cocks Carmichael. Located in Coopers Shoot, the design of the house is a direct response to the specific site characteristics where the ocean views are to the South and the prime orientation is to the North. To take advantage of the ocean views, the habitable rooms are aligned in two wings.
From the architects, “The exterior materials, corrugated steel and off form concrete acknowledge local sheds and outbuildings, whilst taking advantage of a rare building opportunity and access to the availability of high quality concrete in a regional area.
Peter Carmichael’s conceptual approach, while pragmatic, also had a close correlation to the clients personality and intrinsic ways of life. Experienced it is an eclecticism of forms — simultaneously a calmness in place but with an underlying eccentric desire for decisive brutalism and angular foray. In this regard, the project is both complimentary and simultaneously revealing of the personalities of those who live within. The result and testament of strong relationships shared between client and Architect.”
Photography: Peter Tanevski
