The wine cellar can be seen through the glass section of the floor.
In winter, the conservatory is configured to enable solar gain while keeping cold air out.
Exposed steel, concrete soffits, and cement-washed bricks were been chosen as key components of the home due to the materials having low-maintenance, yet being extremely durable.
There are two nearby dams on the farmland that provide drinking water for the off-grid home.
Two sets of double doors merge the interior with the covered exterior.
A green roof and terrace are accessible from the top-floor kitchen.
The home's two volumes are distinct not only in their orientation, but also in their materiality. The lower level is wrapped in stone, while the upper level is composed of glass.
A new steel staircase with wood tread and a cable railing does not block the outside views. The double-height window systems used at the front and back of the home are glass storefront units from YKK.
A galley-style kitchen is tucked away at the side of the house, but accessible from the main living areas.
Australian firm Nest Architects drew inspiration from Palm Springs minimalism, California-style bungalows, and Australia's Queenslander homes.
The home office in Tree House by Deforest Architects offers a striking view of the surrounding trees.