That House, Melbourne

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Austin Maynard designs modest Melbourne home in response to Australia’s urban sprawl

On a site in suburban Melbourne, surrounded by large residential properties, Australian studio Austin Maynard Architects has completed a modest dwelling with large openings and a strong connection with its context. Named ‘That House’, the design is a response to the indulgent scale of sprawling Australian homes — which are among the largest in the world. ‘A stable economy, aspirational culture and relatively flat topography have enabled Australians to occupy homes that are far bigger than they require,’ explain the architects. ‘Melbourne’s flat landscape, loose topographical boundaries and rapidly growing population have meant that large homes have spread over the food belt and into arid areas.’
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