Design Spring in Perth, Western Australia
Subiaco House – A new house currently under construction amongst the picturesque peppermint trees of Subiaco, an inner suburb or Perth. Set in a historically distinctive streetscape, the house was conceived as a series of small interconnected buildings connected but a large roof plane that is punctured at its centre by an elliptical courtyard. The detailing of the house reinterprets the historically significant detailing of its neighbours, as well as borrowing their materiality and scale, to produce a contemporary house that is sympathetic to its neighbours.
As Western Australia flourishes, the demand has increased by its discerning citizens for architecture and interior design skills. Luigi Rosselli Architects have taken pleasure in being part of a Western Australian cultural spring that has seen bold developments in the arts, design, and a renewed appreciation for architecture. From the salubrious Perth suburb of Subiaco, to the remote natural excess of Gracetown, a number of projects are underway that explore Western Australia’s distinct environment and culture.
Pilbara Station. © Luigi Rosselli Architects
Pilbara Station - And finally, a grand old historically and culturally important station, has been restored and given a new lease on life. It is one of the first stations built in the Pilbara from 1880’s. The project involved the restoration of fourteen existing buildings and the addition of several new buildings plus a new grand landscaping plan and lake. The historic homestead has had its old jarrah floorboards, sleep outs and pressed metal walls reinstated while the comfort of new bathrooms and kitchen has been improved. © Luigi Rosselli Architects
Bicton House - Front perspective. © Luigi Rosselli
Bicton House - Set against a steep and rugged slope, this new house in Bicton takes adversity in its stride and forms a series of living spaces that ascend the hill to a living level with pool and terrace that enjoy enviable views across the Swan River. The house is divided by a concrete chimney that acts like a spine from which to the two living wings spring. © Luigi Rosselli
Gracetown Beach House - Further south in the beautiful windswept coastal hamlet of Gracetown, a new beach house has been designed around a sheltered courtyard that protects the residents from south westerly winds. The master bedroom sits above the house like a captain’s bridge, and provides a perch from which surfers can spot hungry sharks. © Luigi Rosselli
Cottesloe Pavilion perspective. © Luigi Rosselli
Cottesloe Pavilion - A more understated approach was taken when designing an addition to a large 100 year old residence in Cottesloe. The new pavilion accommodates guests and forms one side of a new courtyard with a grove of fruit trees and lap pool. © Luigi Rosselli
Holiday House - Lake perspective. © Luigi Rosselli
Holiday House - Lake perspective. © Luigi Rosselli
Holiday House - A more radical proposal sought to perch a dramatic cantilevering dwelling from the ridge between two lakes. This holiday house south of Perth pushes engineering to its extremes to make a powerful gesture in the landscape. A large outdoor fireplace and generous entertaining areas revel in a life outdoors on the lake. © Luigi Rosselli
Subiaco House - Eliptical courtyard created an interesting optical effect. © Luigi Rosselli
Subiaco House - Aerial perspective. © Luigi Rosselli Architects
Subiaco House - Façade under construction. © Luigi Rosselli
Subiaco House - Streetscape perspective. © Luigi Rosselli Architects
Subiaco House - Courtyard under construction. © Luigi Rosselli