The bathroom's shower is wheelchair accessible, if needed.
Spanning across the backyard, the cement patio offers an idyllic oasis for private outdoor entertaining.
A built-in white oak shelf holds homeowner Craig Clark's collection of vinyl records.
"Clad in economical fiber-cement siding, the ADU reaches down to the ground, while the stucco cladding of the garage reaches up, forming a semi-enclosed entry sequence," says Martin.
The peek-a-boo window in the attic space helps to connect the family across floors.
Upon arrival, a long, light-filled walkway leads to the home's main entrance.
The courtyard brings natural light into the lower level of the home, which has a den/media room, guest suite/workout area, and storage and mechanical.
“The rest of our plants come from Patch Plants in London,
A vast terrace overlooks a nearby park, while the ground floor patio (connected to Vanbesien’s office) opens up to a garden.
The slim, steel staircase is designed to allow maximum light and sight-lines.
Sunlight spills into the primary bedroom, illuminating a wall of custom Birch cabinetry. Hanging pendant lights complement the neutral palette, and free up side table space.
The kitchen is outfitted in custom birch joinery and Maple countertops, designed by Braithwaite and team. Open shelves display collections of glassware and cookbooks.
Double-height cedar cladding enhances the verticality of the structure.
The interiors were intended, says Elsley, to feel like “one piece of cabinet,” with no plasterboard or common domestic finishes inside.
Cabinets are all lined with hardwood, and the walls themselves are clad in Blackbart timber with a unique paint treatment that allows the texture to shine through to add warmth.
A custom commissioned orange island out of steel is the centerpiece of the Sorth cabin.