Nelson House, Hobart Tasmania
Nelson House, Hobart Tasmania Sustainable Residence, Australian Property, Architecture Images
Nelson House in Hobart
6 Jun 2022
Architects: Biotope Architecture + Interiors
Location: Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Photos: Peter Mathew
Nelson House, Tasmania
Biotope Architecture + Interiors’ sustainable and budget conscious design incorporated the existing 1980’s fabric. The Nelson House project is mainly an interior refurbishment project with a small extension.
The interior was reorganised so all the living spaces are in an open plan arrangement. The design focussed on introducing more light, sun, views and storage. Storage spines were a feature in the living spaces. Window seats were added to provide framed views, intimate spaces, and additional storage. Timber and timber products were used as much as the budget allowed, for sustaibality and to bring warmth to the spaces.
What was the brief"
The project brief was to create a warmer, natural light filled house with a strong connection to the outside. Design a better flow from the entrance through to the open plan living spaces and provide more storage space.
What were the key challenges"
The challenges were to work within the budget constraints, the extant house and site constraints.
What were the solutions"
Our design approach was to create a more prominent entry and to reorganise the interiors spaces. The existing lounge room had no connection to the existing dining and living spaces. An...
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