The residence consists of two and three-storey volumes, separated by a central courtyard that forms the spatial and conceptual heart of the home. At the first-floor level, a glazed bridge spans the courtyard, enabling open-plan movement through the void and creating a dynamic three-dimensional experience.

Natural stone is employed extensively both inside and out, creating a serene, tactile environment and reinforcing the home’s timeless and grounded aesthetic. The monolithic external walls are clad in finely cut ashlar limestone, establishing a strong, enduring presence. In contrast, openings are articulated with a refined system of operable and fixed screens crafted from dark anodised aluminium. These perforated and folded elements provide a delicate veil over the glazing, controlling solar access and privacy while adding a layer of visual complexity to the building envelope.

The triple-height courtyard draws daylight and ventilation deep into the centre of the home, while visually linking all levels around a compact landscaped garden. A 15-metre lap pool anchors the courtyard, introducing movement and reflection into the interior, and extending the architectural experience outward into the garden.

Interior materials echo the exterior palette—stone detailing continues throughout, balanced by painted plaster surfaces, clear and translucent glass, and American oak joinery in both solid and veneer finishes. External works include extensive landscaping, two reflecting pools, and a water feature at the entry. The small waterfall enhances the microclimate through evaporative cooling and provides ambient white noise, reinforcing the home’s calm, retreat-like atmosphere.

Approved under Section 96 by Mosman Council in mid-2011, the project achieves one of the highest floor space ratios granted in the area in recent years—a testament to the careful integration of site, form, and planning strategy.