ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN
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Nestled in a bustling urban enclave tucked away in a pedestrian passageway, Laneway House stands as a testament to my belief that small can be generous and joyful. Spanning a total of 77m2 across a two-bedroom layout, compact living has been redefined through a lens of perspective. In the era of conscious living where sustainability and efficiency meet aesthetics, Laneway House exemplifies small as surprisingly practical and delightful.
Step inside Balmoral Beach House, Alexandra's former family home. Originally a 1929 brick bungalow ripe for demolition, it was transformed it into an open, light-filled home, elevating it above its original lines and adding an imposing facade of native timber and charred ironbark to anchor the design to the landscape. Retaining many historical features, the home is an artistically driven reimagining of suburban living in a coastal context.
This is no ordinary terraced house. Once meticulously renovated by renowned architect Anthony Gill, its history and craftsmanship influenced the design approach. The vision was a seamless connection of new materials with the existing design. At its centre is a warm neutral palette, complementing the joinery and fittings, whilst linear lighting echoes the house's geometric lines. The result: a harmonious evolution that expands on the original concept.
Sydney Architect Alexandra Mowday is a vibrant and innovative designer. She brings a joyful energy to all her projects and is committed to creating spaces that help people thrive.
Architecture is for living and living to the fullest of what we can hope and imagine. We all yearn for the ‘dream home’ and the process of creating such a home is taken very seriously and treated with care.
With a deep understanding of the emotional connection and sense of self that comes from our surroundings, Alexandra provides an intuitive, energetic, and joyful perspective, shaped by her love of music, sculpture, art, and their interaction with nature and the built environment.