Memory House, O’Connor, North Canberra Property, ACT Real Estate, Australian Home, Architecture Development
Memory House in O’Connor
5 Dec 2021
Architects: Thursday Architecture
Location: Canberra, ACT, Australia

The Memory House is situated among leafy heritage streets and close proximity to the city, O?Connor?s streetscape is a patchwork of original cottages and modern homes. Having grown up in the original home and later moving after her parents sold it in the early 90?s, it was serendipity, that with her own young family, they came to purchase the property to create a home to reflect their passion for minimalist living, art, and design.

Intimate spaces, for study and quiet contemplation are located the front of the home. Past these rooms and a slight level change is where the home opens into a generously glazed pavilion containing the kitchen, dining and informal lounge. Large format sliding doors to the north and south of the home allow the home to completely open to the outside on both sides, allowing external living throughout the seasons.
What were the key challenges"

The deign brief evolved throughout the duration of the project, including construction. A custom stone bathtub directed to the kids bathroom was relocated into the parents ensuite which involved reconfiguration of the parents bed / wir / ensuite.

Working closely with the client family builder required caretaking onsite to ensure the crucial details were carried out to spec.

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