“The Leaf” A Garden Pavilion

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

In the middle of Brisbane suburbia ‘The Leaf’ is a garden pavilion situated in the spectacular surrounds of an elegant heritage listed residence ‘Eulalia’.

Whilst respecting the historic functionality of the old house the client wanted a lifestyle taking advantage of the subtropical climate and garden by creating a contemporary outside living space. So as not to detract from the heritage value of the house the idea evolved as a separate structure for shade and weather shelter for outside living, relaxation and cooking particularly as well as taking advantage of the ambience of subtle blend of the Australian and Asian inspired garden.

There is always the naive temptation to opt for a pastiche that copies and mimics the tectonics of the old house. ‘The Leaf’ was conceived as ‘invisible’ and ‘visually quiet’, relating to botanical context, respecting the integrity of the surrounds and view vistas from the verandas of the residence

Project Details

Program: Garden Pavilion

Project Team: Garth Hollindale