Olaver Architecture's Hanslope House redefines suburban living on a double-corner site in Victoria

Hanslope House, designed by Olaver Architecture, is a light-hued brick pavilion situated on a double-corner lot in Victoria, Australia. According to Director Emlyn Olaver, the design was inspired by the site itself, aiming to transform suburban living through a series of gardens and courtyards that challenge traditional single-backyard concepts. The home consists of two interconnected volumes linked by a corridor, providing various outdoor spaces. Achieving a balance between openness and privacy was complex due to three street frontages, with the approval for zero setbacks being crucial. The front entrance, recessed within the façade, opens to the kitchen, dining, and living areas separated by brick screens, while the rear pavilion offers additional living spaces, with the central spine acting as a boundary between public and private realms.