Nestled in the historic Australian town of Chewton—established during the gold rush in Australia—this residential building is a contemporary take on the agricultural buildings that are typical of the Central Victorian landscape. The national park in the backyard influenced the design decisions, encouraging a layout that maximises views and connects the indoor living spaces with its natural environment.

The design of Pyrenees takes advantage of the sun’s movements to optimise thermal efficiency. Throughout the design process, considerable effort was dedicated to modelling the eaves to enhance the building's ...

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