Photograph of Point Piper Residence designed by Tzannes showing sculptural monumental concrete structural blades

Point Piper Residence

Gadi Country / Point Piper

Stage Completed 2016

A very private home with exceptional presence

A substantial harbour-front home that reflects the way its owners live and its unique location. The design of this four-level residence, nestled in Sydney’s increasingly dense eastern suburbs, offers exceptional space, privacy, and comfort within a remarkably compact footprint.

The architecture strikes a balance between seclusion and spectacular harbour views. From the street, the house presents itself as understated and respectful of its neighbours, with a discreet entry and an elevated garden terrace that reveals little. Inside, spaces open up to reveal surprising volume and light, most notably in the double-height entry, which is framed by a library above and a soaring balcony that captures the water views while providing protection from the western sun.

A generous stair and lift connect four levels, providing a practical and comfortable home that can easily adapt to changing family needs. Angled windows are carefully placed to enhance the outlook while ensuring privacy, avoiding direct views into neighbouring homes. Every element has been designed for both beauty and function, from the sculptural concrete blades that frame the western façade to the finely detailed copper and Sydney sandstone finishes.

Project team

Directors

Alec Tzannes

Ben Green

Team

Juliana Conceicao

George Korban

Julia Simpson

Derek Chin

Peter Valencic

Kate Nason

Antoinette Cano

Carl Holder

Georgina Blix

Dijana Tasevska

Isabella Moran

Lily Tandeani

Ruby Pauwels

Allison Cronin

Amanda Cooper

Photograph of the framed western façade of Point Piper Residence designed by Tzannes
Photograph of entry of Point Piper Residence designed by Tzannes

With enduring beauty and resilience at the heart of the design process, concrete, copper and sandstone materials, suitable for a harbourside environment, were selected to create a home that is refined, robust and reflective of the distinct attributes of Sydney Harbour.

Lower level plan drawing of Point Piper Residence designed by Tzannes
Entry level plan drawing of Point Piper Residence designed by Tzannes
Photograph of Point Piper Residence designed by Tzannes showing western and southern facades
Photograph of internal study space with skylight above in Point Piper Residence designed by Tzannes
Photograph of Point Piper Residence designed by Tzannes showing sculptural monumental concrete structural blades
Photograph looking to roof terrace of Point Piper Residence designed by Tzannes
Section drawing of Point Piper Residence designed by Tzannes

Collaborators

  • Builder

    -

    Pimus Gale
  • Acoustic

    -

    Turrel Pty Ltd
  • AV

    -

    ATP Electrial
  • Building Surveyor

    -

    Lean & Hayward Pty Ltd
  • Electricial

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    Haron Robson and ATP Electrical
  • Civic & Structural

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    M+G Consulting
  • Interior Designer

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    Isabelle Vergnaud
  • Landscape

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    The Hosking Partnership Pty Ltd
  • Lighting

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    La Lounge and Erco Lighting
  • Quantity Surveyor

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    MBM Pty Ltd
  • Town Planner

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    Design Collaborative Pty Ltd
  • Photographer

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    John Gollings

Awards

  • 2017 / World Architecture Festival / Finalist / Residential
Project details

Awards

  • 2017 / World Architecture Festival / Finalist / Residential

Collaborators

  • Builder

    -

    Pimus Gale
  • Acoustic

    -

    Turrel Pty Ltd
  • AV

    -

    ATP Electrial
  • Building Surveyor

    -

    Lean & Hayward Pty Ltd
  • Electricial

    -

    Haron Robson and ATP Electrical
  • Civic & Structural

    -

    M+G Consulting
  • Interior Designer

    -

    Isabelle Vergnaud
  • Landscape

    -

    The Hosking Partnership Pty Ltd
  • Lighting

    -

    La Lounge and Erco Lighting
  • Quantity Surveyor

    -

    MBM Pty Ltd
  • Town Planner

    -

    Design Collaborative Pty Ltd
  • Photographer

    -

    John Gollings