By its very nature, good architecture requires sensitivity, but some locations demand more of it than others. That is certainly true of beach house architecture because beaches are enshrined in the Australian consciousness. They are part of our national heritage, and although, contrary to what people in some faraway countries may think, we don’t all live on the edge of Bondi Beach or enjoy the life-affirming cases of the Fremantle Doctor, for better or worse we are regarded as seasiders at heart.
Beach house architecture brings with it a sense of responsibility. That is certainly how we see it at BY Projects Architecture. A good beach house must look the part, for a start. When the sea and the sand are such glorious natural phenomena, buildings should not detract from the beauty. While there is no single style that has to be adhered to, it is up to the architects to come up with something that will fit comfortably into the landscape. In matters of architecture beach homes are special. Time marches on and fashions change but the beach remains the same. Progress in the world of construction is not necessarily pleasing to the eye, but when it has other benefits, we must find ways of incorporating positive new developments into our designs.
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Many of what may seem like brilliant ideas are absolutely obvious when you think about them, and technology has helped immensely with things like glass, for instance. What used to be a problematic material with very poor thermal performance, double glazing can help control the temperature in a building much more efficiently.
Reducing water consumption is another factor that is not rocket science but has been ignored in the past. Collect as much as you can from what arrives naturally and use low-flow taps and shower heads; there are all manner of things that can be done. The architecture of beach homes is more than just shapes. In this day and age, it’s like holistic medicine, treating the whole body and thinking ahead rather than just dealing with bad symptoms when they occur.
Think positive and be proactive: that is the way forward.
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At BY Projects Architecture, our approach emphasises Superior Design and Teamwork with our clients at every step of the process. From selecting the perfect site and conducting comprehensive feasibility studies to expert Urban Design and Master Planning, we seamlessly blend all phases of design, interior decoration, and thorough documentation for both private and public sector projects. Our goal is to perfectly capture our client's vision through comprehensive project management services, making us the ideal partner for community and development projects.
