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“Most spaces, you’re looking outside. I love pretty much every angle,” said Sara. “The views created are of the property, the trees and nature. It’s really neat to see the outdoor environment change when you’re inside this house. You can see the leaves, whether they’re green or it’s fall or they’re completely gone because it’s winter.”

A lofted sleeping pod offers a bit of privacy and helps maximize space. Beneath it is a zippy yellow bathroom.

The adjacent bathroom was plastered to maintain the minimalist palette, and provide soothing contrast with the wood detailing everywhere else.

Lime plaster walls lend rich texture in all of the rooms of the home, including the casual dining space which is outfitted with built-in shelving.

The original bedroom—now a guest room—features modern ceiling fans that offer a hint of the contemporary design to come in the addition, while the restored shiplap timber walls speak of the home’s heritage.

A series of retaining walls and deck spaces were designed by the architects to surround the studio. A property wall was constructed out of concrete with a new fence and lower deck of Mangaris hard wood.

The dining room sits near the main entrance, overlooking the driveway and lawn gardens.

In one kitchen, the countertops are Corian, while in the other, you’ll find stainless steel. “We changed materials for each to give them a different identity,” says Elsley.

Glazed skylights capture Aussie sunlight and the incredible night sky.

The primary bathroom features brass fixtures and teak details that are accentuated by a smooth plaster finish. "The continuity of the finishes creates visual balance within the space," says Mac.

The house is designed so that all primary spaces have sweeping views of the open field.

The architects incorporated sustainably sourced parota wood into the living room’s sunken seating area. The Turn Tall side table is from Blu Dot, and the pillows are from West Elm.

The sunken living room is just one of many grade changes inside the structure. “We were adamant that we didn’t want something domestic,” says Andrew. “We wanted something surprising, that was hyper-animated, and that, when you moved through it, changed all the time.” The sofa, designed by the couple and Levenbetts, is upholstered in cotton velvet. The Habibi side tables are by Philipp Mainzer for e15, the fireplace tools by Fort Standard, and the doors by Fleetwood.

A gorgeous quartzite slab covers the custom white oak island, chosen to match up with the flagstone floors.

The fireplace is covered in Norman brick from Mutual Materials, in an era-appropriate stacked pattern.

Exposed oak framing and oak floors lend the interior a warm, cozy feel.

The dining room features double height ceilings and accompanying double height floor-to-ceiling window.