What can you do with a narrow building plot that?s surrounded by unappealing views" CplusC, an architectural workshop based in Sydney, Australia, was charged with the task of turning such a space into a comfortable home for a single family. It?s not easy to create a tropical oasis with plenty of access to fresh air, sunshine, and greenery in the heart of a concrete jungle. The final designs for ?North Bondi? met and surpassed the clients? exacting expectations and were organized around the idea of a central glass-walled swimming pool.

One of North Bondi?s most distinguishing features is its facade, which seems to be made from pieces of steel grating and wraps around the entire structure. In reality, these pieces are specially-made feature panels, and they are all equipped with plumbing and LED lighting. As time passes, plants will begin to grow over the facade, living off the panels? light and water and using them as trellises. Besides making for a convenient vertical garden, North Bondi?s exterior creates a sense of privacy from the outside world without making the home feel closed-off or limiting its exposure to cool breezes.
Passive solar design and natural daylighting were two of CplusC?s biggest commitments in creating this home. Subsequently, North Bondi?s entire layout was arranged around the sun. Areas that need to be kept cool are intentionally located toward the rear of the house. Of course, North Bondi?s true defining aspect is its swimming pool. The arc...