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Grey House

Adam Kane Architects

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Comments
Innovation
Functionality
Creativity
Eco-Social Impact
Total
JURY VOTES
House
6.02
6.46
6.99
5.81
6.32
Viktorija Valiulyte
Viktorija Valiulyte Senior Designer for EMEA Flagshipstores at Nike
An interesting zoning approach, fra...
6.7
7.5
9
6
7.3
Moein Jalali
Moein Jalali Founder at Moein Jalali and Partners
In the design of a house, formalist...
5
5
6
5
5.25
Christopher Lye
Christopher Lye Principal at Woods Bagot
Nice internal external space commun...
6.5
7
7
6
6.63
Heather Dubbeldam
Heather Dubbeldam Principal at Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
6
7
7
6
6.5
Rahul Mistri
Rahul Mistri Founder and Principal Designer at Open Atelier Mumbai
5.4
6.43
7.66
6.53
6.51
Zhifeng Wang
Zhifeng Wang Founder and Creative Director at A3 VISION
5
6
6
6
5.75
Esin Karliova
Esin Karliova Founder and Principal at Studio Karliova
Functional, beautiful to look at, b...
6.5
7
8
5
6.63
Micha Klein
Micha Klein Executive Director at Liganova
6.5
7
7.5
6.5
6.88
Elnaz Taghaddos
Elnaz Taghaddos Cofounder at E Plus A Atelier
Minimalist design principles blend...
6.5
7
7
6.5
6.75
Christina Prodromou
Christina Prodromou Director at COX Architecture
7
6
8
6
6.75
Jenn Celesia
Jenn Celesia Founder at Jenn Celesia Consulting
5
6.5
6
5
5.63
Ke Xie
Ke Xie Founder at Signyan Design
6.19
6.44
6.27
6.76
6.42
Kot Ge
Kot Ge Founder at LSD Interior Design
6
5.5
5.5
6
5.75
Søren Pihlmann
Søren Pihlmann Founder at pihlmann architects
6
6
7
4
5.75
Comments
Innovation
Functionality
Creativity
Eco-Social Impact
Total
JURY VOTES
Material
5.67
6.15
6.18
5.72
5.93
Viktorija Valiulyte
Viktorija Valiulyte Senior Designer for EMEA Flagshipstores at Nike
5
8
8
5
6.5
Christopher Lye
Christopher Lye Principal at Woods Bagot
Shortfall of the project is really...
5
5
5
5
5
Heather Dubbeldam
Heather Dubbeldam Principal at Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
7.5
7
7
6
6.88
Rahul Mistri
Rahul Mistri Founder and Principal Designer at Open Atelier Mumbai
6.33
6.94
6.84
7.15
6.82
Zhifeng Wang
Zhifeng Wang Founder and Creative Director at A3 VISION
6
6
6
6
6
Esin Karliova
Esin Karliova Founder and Principal at Studio Karliova
5.5
5
5.5
5
5.25
Micha Klein
Micha Klein Executive Director at Liganova
5
6.5
6.5
5.5
5.88
Elnaz Taghaddos
Elnaz Taghaddos Cofounder at E Plus A Atelier
The extensive use of grey polished...
5
6
5
6
5.5
Christina Prodromou
Christina Prodromou Director at COX Architecture
6.5
7
7
7
6.88
Jenn Celesia
Jenn Celesia Founder at Jenn Celesia Consulting
5
6
6
5
5.5
Ke Xie
Ke Xie Founder at Signyan Design
6.52
6.68
6.68
6.44
6.58
Kot Ge
Kot Ge Founder at LSD Interior Design
5.5
6
5.5
6
5.75
Moein Jalali
Moein Jalali Founder at Moein Jalali and Partners
5.5
5
6.5
5
5.5
Søren Pihlmann
Søren Pihlmann Founder at pihlmann architects
5
5
5
5
5
Comments
Innovation
Functionality
Creativity
Eco-Social Impact
Total
JURY VOTES
Colour
5.72
6.71
5.90
5.46
5.95
Viktorija Valiulyte
Viktorija Valiulyte Senior Designer for EMEA Flagshipstores at Nike
6.5
8
8
5.5
7
Christopher Lye
Christopher Lye Principal at Woods Bagot
Colours - where?...
5
6
5
5
5.25
Heather Dubbeldam
Heather Dubbeldam Principal at Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
This is a tough one, technically th...
6
8
6
5
6.25
Rahul Mistri
Rahul Mistri Founder and Principal Designer at Open Atelier Mumbai
6.33
6.53
5
6.53
6.1
Zhifeng Wang
Zhifeng Wang Founder and Creative Director at A3 VISION
6
6.5
6
6.5
6.25
Esin Karliova
Esin Karliova Founder and Principal at Studio Karliova
Even though one may think there is...
5.5
8
5
5
5.88
Micha Klein
Micha Klein Executive Director at Liganova
6
7
6
5.5
6.13
Elnaz Taghaddos
Elnaz Taghaddos Cofounder at E Plus A Atelier
6
8
6
5
6.25
Christina Prodromou
Christina Prodromou Director at COX Architecture
7
7
7
6
6.75
Jenn Celesia
Jenn Celesia Founder at Jenn Celesia Consulting
5
7.5
6
5
5.88
Ke Xie
Ke Xie Founder at Signyan Design
6.27
6.44
6.6
6.44
6.44
Kot Ge
Kot Ge Founder at LSD Interior Design
5.5
6
6
5
5.63
Moein Jalali
Moein Jalali Founder at Moein Jalali and Partners
5
5
5
5
5
Søren Pihlmann
Søren Pihlmann Founder at pihlmann architects
4
4
5
5
4.5
Client
Adam Kane
Floor area
240 ㎡
Completion
2023
Budget
$1,500,000AUD
Social Media
Instagram
Furniture
Furniture
Furniture
Sanitary
Lighting
Finishes

The Grey House is a testament to the power of simplicity and harmony.

Grey, often overlooked as a mundane colour, takes center stage in this residence. Every surface, from the walls to the furniture, is cloaked in varying shades of this timeless hue. The choice of grey was deliberate, symbolizing neutrality, balance, and introspection. It serves as a canvas upon which the mind can wander freely, devoid of distractions.

The extensive use of grey polished plaster, paired with mottled stainless steel joinery monoliths, imbue the home with a sense of cohesion and continuity. Rather than overwhelming the senses, it fosters a sense of calm and clarity. The clean lines and minimalist aesthetic evoke a gallery-like atmosphere, where each element is carefully curated and purposefully placed.

Concealed within the walls and meticulously considered, every detail of the Grey House contributes to its refined concept. From hidden storage solutions to seamlessly integrated functionality, the home embodies a philosophy of understated luxury and functionality. The abundant windows frame views of the lush, verdant garden surrounding the home, inviting nature to become an integral part of the living experience. Each window offers a glimpse into a world of tranquillity and privacy, further enhancing the sense of isolation and meditative peace that defines this residence.

In essence, the Grey House is more than just a home - it is a sanctuary for the soul. With its minimalist design, extensive use of grey, and seamless integration with nature, it offers a retreat from the chaos of the outside world, allowing residents to find solace and serenity within its walls.