Photographer: Chris Warnes Stylist: Stephanie Powell

Rolling Stone Landscapes

Brigid Arnott - photographer

Simon Callaghan Photography

Nigel Rigden

D-Max Photography

Simon Whitbread Photography

Adrian Lambert / Acorn Photos

The Pavilion is a contemporary outdoor living addition to a Federation house in Roseville, NSW. The existing house sits on a 1550sqm block of land and is a substantial renovated two storey family home. The 900sqm north facing rear yard slopes gently down from the back of the house and is framed by mature deciduous trees. The client wanted to create something special “out the back”, to replace an old timber pergola and update the pebblecrete pool, surrounded by uneven brick paving and tubular pool fencing. After years living in Asia, the client’s vision was for a year round, comfortable outdoor living space; shaded from the hot Australian sun, protected from the rain, and warmed by an outdoor fireplace and heaters during the cooler Sydney months. The result is large outdoor living room, which provides generous space for year round outdoor living and entertaining and connects the house to both the pool and the deep back yard. The Pavilion at Roseville is a new in-between space, blurring the distinction between inside and out. It celebrates the contemporary culture of outdoor living, gathering friends & family outside, around the bbq, pool and hearth.

Adam Swaine

Barnes Walker Ltd Lots of comments about this project of ours and it's been included in so many ideabooks! Thank you. To answer a few questions: Yes, the cows are real. The paving is all natural stone, we used different types of natural sandstone in various unit sizes to create the effects and organisation of space. The aim of the design was to create a sunken garden leading out from the basement. The garden was to be a secluded, comfortable outdoor room and not simply a 'lightwell'. The surrounding landscape is very flat and the winds can be harsh. This layout offers the homeowners shelter.

Nicolo

Straight from a Kevin McCloud documentary series, this luxuriously grand design is the culmination of four challenging years, one large budget, several big ideas and the singular vision of AMG Architects in realising its splendour. Starting with a sound 1980’s concrete architectural canvas, AMG Architects created a fresh and refined modern classic of this natural entertainer. A painstaking overhaul of the interior incorporated opulent design features and integrated the latest in audio-visual and lighting technology. Through the artful removal of interior walls and the introduction of lighting to set off the new warm whites, welcoming spaces now offer uninterrupted views which flow naturally into the stunning landscaped outdoor entertainment areas. Breezway Altair Louvre Windows enclose the outdoor/indoor living area to provide privacy and protection from the elements when required. The timber blades add warmth and complement the interior furnishings while allowing fresh breezes in to ventilate the area. By removing unnecessary elements and celebrating those which enhance the design, the luxurious is skilfully balanced with the practical, creating a genuinely liveable family home. AMG Architects’ attention to detail and exemplary project management skills have combined to create an exclusive living experience that exudes sophistication and an appreciation of the finer things.

Valérie Servant

Rolling Stone Landscapes