Telephone +61 7 3844 1362
studio@shanethompson.com.au
47 Wahcumba St, Dutton Park
PO Box 1170 Fortitude Valley
Queensland 4006 Australia
The proposed Wilson / Wright House is located near Airlie Beach in North Queensland. The site is both unique and dramatic, set amongst tall gum trees on a steeply sloping block, overlooking the magnificent blue waters of the Coral Sea. Creating the design for this house has been an iterative process with the client, involving exploration and consideration of the many elements. The design responds to the needs of a growing family living in the tropics, and captures the magnificent eastern views across the water to the islands beyond.
Whilst the design is still developing, the strategies of constructing terraces across the site, providing split levels and cross ventilation, maximising views, employing adjustable screens and generous covered outdoor areas have been consistent and important ideas.
External materials such as block work and metal cladding are planned, which are simple and robust for a low maintenance beach house. Plywood linings and concrete are proposed for the interiors to create a cool retreat from the hot Queensland sun.