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A lush garden path surrounded by dense greenery and a dark, vertically paneled building exterior.
View from a covered area looking out onto a lush garden with a variety of green plants and trees. The foreground features large leafy plants and a stone path leading into the garden.
A shaded outdoor pathway with large green leaves and dark vertical wooden paneling.
Interior view of a modern house with large glass doors and windows, surrounded by lush greenery. The space features smooth, dark timber walls and a curved metal railing.
Interior view of a modern house with large glass windows overlooking a lush garden. The room features a wooden wall, a chair, and a curved glass element.
A modern interior space with large floor-to-ceiling windows offering a view of lush greenery outside. The room features a unique, textured armchair and a round coffee table with books on it. The flooring is smooth and reflective, and the ceiling is made of dark wood.
Interior view of a modern dining area with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by large glass windows offering a view of lush greenery outside.
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Story

A dwelling embedded within foliage Conceived as a serene retreat above the Birrarung floodplain, House in a Garden by Edition Office is a testament to the harmonious integration of architecture and landscape. This residential project in Melbourne engages with the quietly powerful experience of being enveloped by a dense, verdant environment. The design prioritizes the phenomenological qualities of space, fostering a lasting sense of wellbeing and a deep connection to the natural world. The house accommodates a single family, with spaces designed to expand and contract around existing tree canopies. Smoothly cornered timber walls create a series of interconnected living areas, alongside more intimate zones for retreat. The architecture negotiates a delicate balance between intimacy and expansiveness, privacy and connection. While outward views are maintained, the focus remains on the inward, bodily experience of inhabiting the canopy and surrounding landscape.

## Design Highlights

Embedded within a dense landscape above the Birrarung floodplain Interconnected living areas and intimate retreat zones Smoothly cornered timber walls Phenomenological focus on space and natural connection Balance between intimacy and expansiveness

## Key Facts

Detail Description
Location Melbourne, Australia
Completion Year 2026
Architect Edition Office
Lead Architects Aaron Roberts
Project Architect Jono Brener
Construction Comb Construction
Landscape Eckersley Garden Architecture
Traditional Land Owners The Wurundjeri People of the Kulin nation

Technical Summary

Finishes

  • Wall Finish: Smoothly cornered timber walls

Materials

  • Wood — Exterior facade and interior walls
  • Glass — Large windows and doors
  • Metal — Curved railing and kitchen countertop
  • Stone — Pathways

Construction / Systems

  • Facade System: Vertical wooden slats
  • Structural System: Elevated on columns

Products

  • Not specified

Palette / Lighting

  • Colors: dark wood, natural green
  • Lighting: Natural lighting through large glass windows

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