Applecross Residence
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A sunken courtyard in this Mediterranean style home was previously home to a monster pool that was no longer functional for the active and social couple that owned the home.
Our brief was space to entertain and enjoy the outdoor life while blending with the architecture of the home, providing interest from the second storey and a water feature to replace the pool.
The pool was removed and its pump room converted to a bar. The cabana reading room is designed to reflect the architecture and finishes used throughout the home. Cedar lining to its pitched roof provides mood lighting when up-lit.
A sunken paving area serves as a potential dining room under the stars framed by book leaf clad retaining walls capped with sandstone.
Succulents and tree size Cordylines were brought in to provide a low maintenance garden with interesting foliage at the second storey as well as the courtyard.
