Stunning views of a tropical paradise dictated the placement of this home, open on both sides to the elements.
When acclaimed Japanese architect Shigeru Ban was asked to design a holiday home for this dramatic clifftop site overlooking idyllic Weligama Bay in Sri Lanka’s south, he requested a chair and time alone. Walking up to the property’s highest point the architect sat down and contemplated the site, which is set in 30 hectares of lush jungle where wild peacocks and monkeys roam. He returned with sketches of three views – a sweeping seascape of the spectacular bay on the Indian Ocean, a square framed vista of distant cliffs from the main bedroom, and the third, a vertical slice of ocean seen from the jungle in the valley, framed by an outdoor corridor. These dictated the orientation of the multi-level structure which angles to drink in the stunning sea view and landscape.
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DAYS OF HEAVEN
A new build in the Adelaide Hills presents the opportunity to create an interior befitting the home’s glorious surrounds.
CHERRY ON TOP
Set against neutral tones, the final flourish on this newly renovated heritage home in Melbourne is a bright pop of powerfully accented red.
Double vision
Two in one has a special significance for this home in Sydney’s eastern suburbs. One of a pair by the same practice, it also has both public and private personas.
Breaking out
An elevated platform in the warehouse office of Studio Prineas creates a dedicated zone for staff to congregate and collaborate.
nature spirit
Embraced by its bushy hinterland habitat, a newly built family home radiates an aura of peace and harmony.
LIFE ENHANCING
An elegant layering of lush patterns, rich colours and bespoke pieces has enveloped this home in warmth and created a welcoming ambience for a large extended family.
PENTHOUSE pleasures
This lofty retreat presented fertile potential but also posed some tricky challenges for its enterprising designer.
SECOND CHANCES
Contemporary artwork and new openings have lightened the mood at this renovated 1930s family home in Melbourne.
Silver lining
With a look of maturity that belies its youth, an additional wing to a humble cottage, plus inspired makeovers inside and out, have transported this property to another realm.
WHITER SHADE of PALE
A neutral palette promotes a calm and elegant mood in this expansive Sydney home that is furnished with a judicious selection of antiques juxtaposed against contemporary art.
Ewan Mary's: LOW-KEY NUPTIALS
The couple puts their scandalous past behind them.
BATTER UP!
In a League of His Own
Allison Williams: WEDDING & A BABY!
Get out! Not only did Allison Williams secretly welcome a baby boy with boyfriend Alexander Dreymon, but the proud new parents are also making plans to tie the knot, spills a source.
ALEC BALDWIN: CAUGHT ON TAPE
NEWLY RELEASED EVIDENCE SHOWS THE ACTOR'S REACTION TO THE RUST SHOOTING.
Gwyneth & Brad: SEPARATE LIVES
"She complains all the time that he just can't keep up with her," spills a source.
OLIVIA HUMILIATED BY HER EX!
Sneak Attack? Some in the audience April 26 thought the delivery was part of Olivia's act.
HE'S SO BIG!
NOW 4 YEARS OLD THE DUKE AND DUCHESS OF CAMBRIDGE'S YOUNGEST IS GROWING UP SO FAST.
RETHINKING FAIR PAY
Companies are overhauling compensation amid an uptick in relocations
I'm Too Sexy
IT ISN'T EASY BEING BEAUTIFUL! THESE STARS SAY THEIR GOOD LOOKS HAVE HAMPERED THEIR CAREERS.
MAKING CONTACT
Getting close enough to touch an animal usually isn't a great idea. But in a quiet lagoon on Mexico's Baja Peninsula, the whales are happy to oblige