This architecturally designed family home evokes curiosity as you walk up the inviting pathway. Clever use of angles in the roofline and entranceway engage the eye and hint at the dramatic ceiling volumes within. A key consideration in the design of this four-bedroom home was to have it complement the owners’ parents’ home, which sits behind, while also giving it an identity and style of its own. The use of strong vertical lines throughout the 280sqm home create cohesion as well as interest. The single plaster finish that wraps the home is another defining feature. Timber columns within the entrance lobby create a sculptural arrival and work in beautifully with the hardwood flooring. The timber floors carry through into the kitchen and open-plan living area where the ceiling soars to a dramatic peak. A separate den offers a warm and cosy environment for relaxing in front of the fire. The large sliding door enclosing this room doubles as a wall when closed. When opened, it seamlessly slides across the shelving unit. The crisp, contemporary aesthetic is elegantly on show in the kitchen and bathrooms, where finishes are a cut above the ordinary.