The large, sliding doors pocket into the deep stone walls, completely opening up the living space to the outdoors.
From afar, the home closely resembles the traditional architectural character of the surrounding heritage.
"The gabled forms embrace the context of the surrounding post-war weatherboard houses, and the white polycarbonate directly references the white weatherboards of the dwelling to the north," say the architects.
Streamlined sections of metal-framed windows with triple glazing stylishly connect the brick and wooden volumes.
The living lounge, dining and kitchen are located within the larger of the two volumes.
He worked around existing oak and eucalyptus trees for the new building, and retained the vernacular of an original barn, at right, where Frankel hosts concerts. Check out MVRDV's Balancing Barn.
Large windows and terraces connect the home to the outdoors.