[s4e8] Hunters Hill Textural House: Hunters Hil... Apr 2026

Spotted gum cladding and screens contrast with industrial steel and concrete.

Board-marked for a tactile, wood-like finish. [S4E8] Hunters Hill Textural House: Hunters Hil...

The roof features a unique drainage system topped with earth to support bromeliads , creating lush "hanging gardens" that spill over the concrete edges. Project Impact Spotted gum cladding and screens contrast with industrial

Timber and sandstone from the original demolished house were salvaged and reused in the new build to "engrain the past" into the site. Project Impact Timber and sandstone from the original

True to its name, the house features a rich material palette including:

The design reflects a Mediterranean influence through the extensive use of concrete (honoring Daniela's Italian heritage) and a Sri Lankan influence seen in the open pavilion and "garden room" layouts that prioritize indoor-outdoor flow.

The centerpiece of the home is a 14-meter cantilevered concrete slab roof over the open-plan kitchen and living area. Supported by only four corner pillars, it allows for floor-to-ceiling glass walls that open entirely to the garden.