mck architects: maroubra house

'maroubra house' by mck architects in sydney, australia
all images courtesy mck architects
photographer: shannon mcgrath


'maroubra house' by australian practice mck architects is an additions project to an existing dwelling
in a local suburb of sydney. perched on top of a hilly site, the project was driven by both the planning
setback controls and the need to maintain unobstructed views towards the coast and surfing beaches.



street view


in order to establish maximum views towards the local landscape, the main living space is
accommodated two levels above the street. when viewed from this level, the project reads as
a separate, plugged in unit that hugs the more traditional roof line of the dwelling. the exterior
is finished in horizontally-running panels of wood which sets a dramatic contrast from the singularly
black structure underneath.



view from pool


to the northwest, a rear-facing yard contains an elevated pool and garden. offering a generous
outdoor terrace, the design connects the internal spaces to the site by establishing unbroken views
to the beaches. the living spaces within are seemingly sculpted out by the folding roof form of
the design which bends inward in a chisel-like fashion. elongated to a generous double-height,
the kitchen, dining and lounge space benefits from great sunlight intake



outdoor stairs



terrace space






kitchen and dining



ceiling form



internal light effect



living area






night view



general street view



floor plan / level -1

floor plan / level 0



floor plan / level +1



north elevation


project info:

builder: DLR enterprises
structural engineer: barry smith engineers
quantity surveyor: QS plus
surveyor: denny linker & co
joinery: josko joinery