At level-ak we are passionate about pushing the boundaries of design. For us, the most important part of the design process is understanding the context and the environment of the site that we are working on. We propose that there are no strict guidelines that dictate our design philosophy but everything must be taken with an understanding of the sense of place.
We incorporate passive design principles to create comfortable, lively and liveable spaces. We are passionate about creating spaces and forms that have a seamless connection to the natural world. Our concern as architects and builders is to create a more sustainable environment. It is the main pillar that leads to a better social system and a circular economy.
Above all, we seek to tread lightly on the environment in all of our projects. We tend to apply the following design principles:
KELVIN GROVE
MELBOURNE | 2007
Architecture: level-ak
Construction: level-ak
Consultants:
Meyer Consulting Engineers
Anthony Middling & Associates
Southern Geotechnical Engineers
Photography: Andy Gibson
As with all single fronted Victorian houses, capturing natural light is a real challenge. With a semi-detached house it was even more difficult. The back extension was designed to immerse itself in the garden setting and to capture further North light through the glass corner roof and skylights on the slanted wall.
