Two Halves House is Moloney Architects? latest residential project. A family home that responds to its clients? sociable living style, as well as its beautiful bushland, surrounds. Named for its split monolithic architectural form, Two Halves house is distinguished by two pavilions that appear to stand alone, but in fact, live hand-in-hand. ?The clients wanted their internal living spaces to have a strong connection to the bush surrounds, while also providing them with privacy and a sense of seclusion,? said Moloney Architects Principal, Mick Moloney.
Photography: Christine Francis
The resulting Two Halves design addresses these dual requirements by simultaneously dividing and connecting; separating the ?public? open-plan living zone from the privacy and quiet seclusion of its neighbouring sleeping and bathing quarters. ?The two pavilions essentially distinguish the functions of the house, splitting the public and private zones to give the main living spaces the best views and natural light access,? said Moloney. Forming the centre of the open living zone is the kitchen with connecting ?conversation space? ? a communal zone designed for milling and conversing while still feeling a part of the kitchen action. ?This space is an extension of a friendly catch-up sitting on stools in the kitchen. We wanted to promote that encounter and extend it beyond the island bench? said Moloney. Heightening that connection between the kitchen, living and dining spaces is a purpose-built, lo...