Architect and designer Matt Gibson unveiled a curtain-wrapped extension of a traditional Melbourne home.
In this project, Gibson has taken indoor-outdoor living to the extreme. Instead of brick and mortar walls along the outer perimeter of the building, the space is shielded from the elements with steel-mesh curtains. The curtains shelter the veranda from the sun and rain but will also open up to create a large area suitable for year-round dining. The result is a free-flowing area that acts as a deep veranda of flexible living space.
Matt Gibson's studio decided to not try to replicate the traditional aesthetic of the original structure but instead wanted to create an area that blended and contrasted with the space. The studio says: "The sculptural nature of the curtain provides a free flowing and kinetic foil to the permanence and solidity of the heritage structure."
What's Driving This Trend
- Indoor-outdoor Living
- Explore innovative ways to blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces using unconventional materials, such as steel-mesh curtains.
- Flexible Living Spaces
- Discover opportunities to create versatile and adaptable living spaces that can be easily transformed to suit different needs and activities.
- Blending Tradition and Modernity
- Find ways to blend and contrast traditional architecture with modern elements to create unique and visually striking designs.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture and Design
- Architects and designers can embrace the use of unconventional materials and spatial concepts to push the boundaries of traditional architecture.
- Home Renovation and Construction
- Homeowners can explore innovative construction methods and materials to create flexible and adaptable living spaces that enhance their quality of life.
- Outdoor Furniture and Accessories
- Manufacturers and designers can develop customizable and weather-resistant furniture and accessories to complement outdoor living spaces and enhance the connection between indoor and outdoor areas.
