“Bondi” is an Aboriginal word meaning “water breaking over rocks”.
© william montecchi . Published on December 15, 2013.
The first wave shelters the house from the cold Southern winds while it opens on the North side, overlooking Bondi Beach.
© william montecchi . Published on December 15, 2013.
The water breaks over the containers forming a second wave in between the “cliffs” that brings light and heat to the North wing of the house. A gentle slope leads to the entrance, where the main floor is located, allowing disabled access.
© william montecchi . Published on December 15, 2013.
The wave’s structure lies on the edges of the containers, while it is self supporting at the end of the wave.
© william montecchi . Published on December 15, 2013.
There are two different types of space: - within containers (private space) - between containers (public space)