I'm late to this. I think most of what I'd like to say has already been said. But can we just take a moment to appreciate how the owners/occupants are just inside their house chilling whilst these weirdos (jk) Andrew and Kevin are creeping around their house. No, but seriously, this is a great example of right sizing and making the most of the space, and its natural surroundings. The quality of space and the maximising of the use of space is all exemplary. Not a large footprint, but it absolutely fits all the functions that are needed (as retirees with a guest bedroom and a studio, or a family home with three bedrooms, it can adapt and age in place). And still makes room for multiple courtyards and light capturing spaces without feeling like you are losing that space. You could, I imagine, easily have a large gathering of 20+ people and still feel comfortable in the space. I particularly love the manipulation of light and sound throughout. Specifically the external shutters and the louvers on the skylight which will come in handy in times when limiting the thermal gain is needed. Very clever climate adaptability and future proofing. Excellent work, as always 💚
I personally feel that this is definitely one of Austin Maynard architects best designed homes. The quality of space and it’s functionality is clearly brilliant. Really impressive attention to detail.
Yes, you can see the growth and the continuation. Plus the elegant simplicity. Elegant as in subdued / flow. Sliding panel doors for upstairs studio was a point where it fell down 12:42 . When open it doesn't present like the other hidden doors and view up from kitchen and down to kitchen compromised / unclean. This may seem critical but the other hidden doors were really spectacular. The front fence was also a missed opportunity for me. I can see the echo of other fences (vertical lines) and the more humble/human scale but the fence and front garden lacked connection to street and brick fence. Also level of interior floor to outside courtyard being a step down creates a further separation. So these levels and spaces did not quite work together or against each other effectively. Can't believe I sound so critical - it's a really wonderful design and build. The habit of continual improvement is equally beautiful.
Visited my cousin in Rotterdam this past April and after dinner each night we went for a walk to look into people’s homes. It’s a thing there and it’s fun.
Welcome back, guys! It's such a pleasure to visit this beautiful house with you. Full of thoughtful details one can learn from. AMA houses are always a lesson of good architecture
So happy to have new videos from my favorite architects ! Brilliant, as usual. I can confirm that Kevin and Andrew give damn good tips, as I recently got my architect's degree, and their advice has been of great help. Cheers from France !
When you count the specific spaces that exists in the structure within their own context (even the bedroom door that fits in the wall), there is more interesting and homogeneous customization than just one big open concept space (residence).
Love it! Pity there were no bathroom tours but it looks like you were actually filming while the owners were there so that makes sense 😅. It's true about the Netherlands and our windows, although you'll find a lot of transparent curtains and thun luxaflex blinds in those front windows too! And I can imagine a person whose cooking was interrupted by Andrew telling him 'rot op!' (buzz off!) 😂
Terrific house but a couple of queries: Maintenance - how do you maintain the roof and gutters as its too high for ladders & scaffolding would be costly & impractical? Is there solar on the roof & presumably there could also be battery storage? Possibility for grey water storage or with no garden is this necessary? The lovely tree out the front is a pine & you can already see the needles on the roof of the old house (presumably the gutters) - this tracks back to how do you maintain your house and age in place being totally dependent on scarce tradespeople. Is there underfloor heating and while cross flow ventilation is great is that enough on a hot summers day or is their a/c? Needs better shoe storage by the front door - towards the end you can see shoes sitting outside & the storage on the LHS as you walk in looks more decorative than practical? Is the spiral staircase able to be supplemented with a lift (seem there is enough space)? If/when we come back to Australia, and if we build a house (after watching the TicTok Inspector I doubt it ij Victoria), but if we do then you will be the first architects on our list.
Great design and great to see some humour thrown in to the video - architectural vids can quite often come across pompous etc. so this was a sigh of relief :)
I grew up in homes with no backyard and where the front yard was our playground with neighbours. My grandparents' home also has a shared public five-foot way/continuous walkway connecting everyone's living room right at the front. It is actually quite nice sharing our daily activities with our surrounding neighbours. I have always imagined whether I could propose to a client here a similar front yard that isn't neglected but a co-living space that brings people and the community together. It's a shame that nowadays, most people prefer privacy and choose to live in enclosed backyards. Hopefully, we can see more front yard-focused houses like this here.
I WANT THAT YELLOW STAIRCASE! and I live in a rented single storey. The disappearing "Dieter Rams" doors, the louvred skylight and side windows, and the facade glazing and shutters are brilliant, the situation on the site is thoughtful, and the whole is modern but unobtrusive in its historic context. Not going to fight you. I wish I could be one of the 3%, but even better would be a greater proportion of architect-designed homes and less emphasis on planning and development.
a splendid location and brilliant attention to detail in such a compact space for the couple. I do wonder how long they will be able to move up and down those stairs. Is there an elegant solution to ensure that that can utilise all of their home when they become less agile?
Great question. The ground floor is design so that they never have to go upstairs, if they don’t want to/can’t. There is not a single step from the footpath through to the back of the house. We should have mentioned that in the video.
Bigger, in Ireland, we've that same mass culture, the pre-bust mansion is still being built, who can afford that much material and space and heating, nobody
@@ArchimarathonI am elderly myself, and I would find it problematic if my carer would have to go through my living room any time he/she wants to go to their own living space. I would prefer a location near the front door for the staircase, with the possibility to screen it off. Otherwise I think the house is gorgeous, and completely subscribe to the wish to create more smaller, comfortable and attractive housing for elderly people. Enjoy your videos a lot! Regards from The Hague.
Austin Maynard Architects - try rolling some exciting efforts like this in Regional Australia - would be a wonderful thing.
I'm late to this. I think most of what I'd like to say has already been said.
But can we just take a moment to appreciate how the owners/occupants are just inside their house chilling whilst these weirdos (jk) Andrew and Kevin are creeping around their house.
No, but seriously, this is a great example of right sizing and making the most of the space, and its natural surroundings. The quality of space and the maximising of the use of space is all exemplary. Not a large footprint, but it absolutely fits all the functions that are needed (as retirees with a guest bedroom and a studio, or a family home with three bedrooms, it can adapt and age in place). And still makes room for multiple courtyards and light capturing spaces without feeling like you are losing that space.
You could, I imagine, easily have a large gathering of 20+ people and still feel comfortable in the space.
I particularly love the manipulation of light and sound throughout. Specifically the external shutters and the louvers on the skylight which will come in handy in times when limiting the thermal gain is needed. Very clever climate adaptability and future proofing.
Excellent work, as always 💚
Nice project. It is a true example of “architecture is rational creative art”. Spaces are creatively articulated considering context.
I personally feel that this is definitely one of Austin Maynard architects best designed homes. The quality of space and it’s functionality is clearly brilliant. Really impressive attention to detail.
Yes, you can see the growth and the continuation. Plus the elegant simplicity. Elegant as in subdued / flow. Sliding panel doors for upstairs studio was a point where it fell down 12:42 . When open it doesn't present like the other hidden doors and view up from kitchen and down to kitchen compromised / unclean. This may seem critical but the other hidden doors were really spectacular. The front fence was also a missed opportunity for me. I can see the echo of other fences (vertical lines) and the more humble/human scale but the fence and front garden lacked connection to street and brick fence. Also level of interior floor to outside courtyard being a step down creates a further separation. So these levels and spaces did not quite work together or against each other effectively. Can't believe I sound so critical - it's a really wonderful design and build. The habit of continual improvement is equally beautiful.
"A good design starts with a good site analysis". Beautiful ❤🙌🏽
That bedroom door detail! ! !
Visited my cousin in Rotterdam this past April and after dinner each night we went for a walk to look into people’s homes. It’s a thing there and it’s fun.
Kudos! to the team Austin Maynard Architect
Welcome back, guys! It's such a pleasure to visit this beautiful house with you. Full of thoughtful details one can learn from. AMA houses are always a lesson of good architecture
So happy to have new videos from my favorite architects ! Brilliant, as usual. I can confirm that Kevin and Andrew give damn good tips, as I recently got my architect's degree, and their advice has been of great help. Cheers from France !
Wonderful ….as always …… you never disappoint. The world needs more you guys less the other sort of “builders” and “designers”
Just brilliant and hillarious. Best. Thank you for sharing this. I wouldn't know it at all otherwise
When you count the specific spaces that exists in the structure within their own context (even the bedroom door that fits in the wall), there is more interesting and homogeneous customization than just one big open concept space (residence).
Always such fun to watch you guys.
And the house is a triumph!
Love it! Pity there were no bathroom tours but it looks like you were actually filming while the owners were there so that makes sense 😅. It's true about the Netherlands and our windows, although you'll find a lot of transparent curtains and thun luxaflex blinds in those front windows too! And I can imagine a person whose cooking was interrupted by Andrew telling him 'rot op!' (buzz off!) 😂
Terrific house but a couple of queries:
Maintenance - how do you maintain the roof and gutters as its too high for ladders & scaffolding would be costly & impractical?
Is there solar on the roof & presumably there could also be battery storage?
Possibility for grey water storage or with no garden is this necessary?
The lovely tree out the front is a pine & you can already see the needles on the roof of the old house (presumably the gutters) - this tracks back to how do you maintain your house and age in place being totally dependent on scarce tradespeople.
Is there underfloor heating and while cross flow ventilation is great is that enough on a hot summers day or is their a/c?
Needs better shoe storage by the front door - towards the end you can see shoes sitting outside & the storage on the LHS as you walk in looks more decorative than practical?
Is the spiral staircase able to be supplemented with a lift (seem there is enough space)?
If/when we come back to Australia, and if we build a house (after watching the TicTok Inspector I doubt it ij Victoria), but if we do then you will be the first architects on our list.
Thanks for sharing and taking us through another awesome project 👍👍
So satisfying to see furniture lining up with the architecture, great attention to detail!
Great video on a fantastic building that responds to what the client wants AND to the major housing issue we have in Melbourne and many other places.
Great design and great to see some humour thrown in to the video - architectural vids can quite often come across pompous etc. so this was a sigh of relief :)
Sweet spot. Love the maximized space, light and borrowed views.
I grew up in homes with no backyard and where the front yard was our playground with neighbours. My grandparents' home also has a shared public five-foot way/continuous walkway connecting everyone's living room right at the front. It is actually quite nice sharing our daily activities with our surrounding neighbours. I have always imagined whether I could propose to a client here a similar front yard that isn't neglected but a co-living space that brings people and the community together. It's a shame that nowadays, most people prefer privacy and choose to live in enclosed backyards. Hopefully, we can see more front yard-focused houses like this here.
I WANT THAT YELLOW STAIRCASE! and I live in a rented single storey. The disappearing "Dieter Rams" doors, the louvred skylight and side windows, and the facade glazing and shutters are brilliant, the situation on the site is thoughtful, and the whole is modern but unobtrusive in its historic context. Not going to fight you. I wish I could be one of the 3%, but even better would be a greater proportion of architect-designed homes and less emphasis on planning and development.
Hi there! Thank you for your videos! Where can we get some information in regards to the terrazzo concrete floors?? I love the colour palette!
That bedroom door is an amazing detail. I'm going to steal that idea in the future.
PS "F**K YOU EZEKIEL" 😂
... and we love you guys! Always a delight.
This is a very fancy granny flat and I love it.
Outstanding level of thought and detail!
Top notch, as always.
Nice!
It'd be hard to hate that face- glad to see you guys on my screen again
There’s always a way to put off neighbours & passers by from looking in, and it involves a degree of shock of your own choosing 😂
Welcome back.
Love you, weirdos! 😘 😘
Lovely discussion! Hope you both are well ;)
good approach thermal
a splendid location and brilliant attention to detail in such a compact space for the couple. I do wonder how long they will be able to move up and down those stairs. Is there an elegant solution to ensure that that can utilise all of their home when they become less agile?
Great question. The ground floor is design so that they never have to go upstairs, if they don’t want to/can’t. There is not a single step from the footpath through to the back of the house. We should have mentioned that in the video.
Great house, great house tour. Couldn't convince me those mic's were working but your tshirt was alright.
The mics were not working. I had to use AI and some doctoring to make the audio usable
@@ArchimarathonDid a good job then!
Fire
I love this place and now I want disappearing doors.
"What are you hiding?!" My paranoia
16:55 Siri, play "I Look in People's Windows" by Taylor Swift
Bigger, in Ireland, we've that same mass culture, the pre-bust mansion is still being built, who can afford that much material and space and heating, nobody
Not sure about the spiral staircase. What happens when the elderly couple can manage stairs anymore?
Just like the other video, they live downstairs and upstairs can be for carer
@@ArchimarathonI am elderly myself, and I would find it problematic if my carer would have to go through my living room any time he/she wants to go to their own living space. I would prefer a location near the front door for the staircase, with the possibility to screen it off. Otherwise I think the house is gorgeous, and completely subscribe to the wish to create more smaller, comfortable and attractive housing for elderly people. Enjoy your videos a lot! Regards from The Hague.
Oh yea, I absolutely abhor that T-shirt.
Your videos are outstanding but the inserted stock footage hurts my eyes and brain. (Not the film references, just the bad design examples.)