Project posted by Ben Hudson Architects

Art Collector's Home

Structure
House (Single Residence)
Style
Traditional
Natural concrete steps lead from main entry to the living wing
Natural concrete steps lead from main entry to the living wing
Blackened steel and timber fire area joinery
Blackened steel and timber fire area joinery
Living space
Living space
Glass pendants over dining area
Glass pendants over dining area
East facing courtyard off entry hall
East facing courtyard off entry hall
Living space joinery details
Living space joinery details
Feature wood fire separates living and dining spaces
Feature wood fire separates living and dining spaces
Steel-framed glazed doors to bespoke wine and bar space
Steel-framed glazed doors to bespoke wine and bar space
Entry hall
Entry hall
Timber veneer custom bedhead
Timber veneer custom bedhead
Entry area custom timber cloak joinery
Entry area custom timber cloak joinery
Stone entry area connects metal-clad gabled forms
Stone entry area connects metal-clad gabled forms
Main entry, with late afternoon glow of the Remarkables mountains beyond
Main entry, with late afternoon glow of the Remarkables mountains beyond
Gabled forms are designed to read as a collection of farm-like structures
Gabled forms are designed to read as a collection of farm-like structures
Local schist stone blade wall defines the home's entrance
Local schist stone blade wall defines the home's entrance
Afternoon light falls on the entry area
Afternoon light falls on the entry area
Outdoor fire concrete built-in seating
Outdoor fire concrete built-in seating
Stone and concrete outdoor sunken wood fire
Stone and concrete outdoor sunken wood fire
Stone clad entry area
Stone clad entry area

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Credits

Architect
Ben Hudson Architects
Interior Design
Ben Hudson Architects
Builder
SummitBuild
Photographer
John Williams Photography

From Ben Hudson Architects

Home for an Art Collector by Ben Hudson Architects involved a highly collaborative design process, blending the perspectives of Client, Architect, and the artists who created works specifically for this home. The stories told through these artworks formed the inspiration for the design, focusing on experiences rather than the building as an object. Each room contributes to the overall narrative, reflecting the essence of the people who live here.

Internally the warmth and richness of timber combines with a palette of neutral whites and the raw beauty of polished concrete to create a series of layered interiors and intimate, gallery-like spaces that showcase the owners’ passion for art.

The living and dining areas are celebrated as pivotal spaces that are inviting and liveable. With a nod to the clean geometries, functionality and optimism of mid-century modern design, the distinctive materiality comes together to create an unpretentious home that is warm and full of character.