The customer brief
The customer brief centred on creating a duplex that felt more considered than a standard mirrored outcome, while still maintaining the efficiencies required for a successful dual occupancy build. Flexibility was important, with a need for spaces that could support working from home as well as everyday family living. There was also a clear focus on achieving a contemporary architectural expression that would elevate the street presence and support long-term resale appeal.
Key priorities included:
- Contemporary architectural identity
- Flexible living and work-from-home spaces
- Functional, family-friendly layouts
- Enhanced storage and practicality
- Strong resale appeal
ZAC design response
- Introduced framed facade elements to create architectural identity
- Designed layered material palette for visual depth
- Incorporated dual living zones for flexibility
- Added study spaces to support modern lifestyles
- Included walk-in pantry for enhanced functionality
- Maintained efficient mirrored planning for build optimisation
The design outcome
The result is a duplex that demonstrates how incremental design decisions can meaningfully elevate a standard outcome. By layering more considered planning and a stronger architectural language over an efficient framework, the homes achieve a higher level of liveability and market appeal without introducing unnecessary complexity.
Internally, the planning is more nuanced, with the inclusion of a separate sitting room and dedicated study spaces allowing the home to adapt to evolving lifestyle needs, particularly around working from home.
The balance between practicality and design expression ensures the homes feel both highly liveable and visually resolved.
The result is a duplex that offers broader appeal, combining everyday functionality with a more confident and contemporary architectural language.
Let's build your dream home together
Personal, considered and built to last. You'll feel the difference.
Get in touch