I thoroughly enjoy both the design and concept behind the Eyelid House by Fiona Winzar Architects.
The house (Melbourne, Australia) was built for a family of five on a tight urban lot. The main challenge was to create a suitable living space without sacrificing an open atmosphere.
The struggle that came with the task gave birth to the eyelid concept. It’s an angular roof overhang that protects the privacy of the family inside but also allows for a naturally well-lit home.
On the eco/sustainability side of the coin, the house features a rain water collection system, solar hot water, and locally sourced materials.
Quite beautiful both inside and out.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Eyelid Concept
- The angular roof overhang as a privacy protection and natural lighting solution.
- Eco-friendly Design
- Incorporating rainwater collection, solar hot water, and locally sourced materials.
- Compact Urban Living
- Creating suitable living spaces on tight urban lots.
Where This Applies
- Architecture
- Opportunities for creating innovative and sustainable housing designs.
- Construction
- Incorporating eco-friendly features and compact designs in urban construction projects.
- Home Improvement
- Designing functional and stylish living spaces for small urban homes.
