"Havenwood House began with a family gift: a block of land in a quiet Brighton cul-de-sac. What followed tested the project at every turnplanning disputes, a drawn-out VCAT process, the collapse of the original builder, and ultimately a complete rethink of the design. From these challenges emerged a light-filled home that reconsiders the suburban backyard, placing nature, community, and long-term living at the forefront of everyday life."
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"Published on February 18, 2026Cite: "Havenwood / Atlas Architects" 18 Feb 2026. ArchDaily. Accessed . ISSN 0719-8884"
Havenwood House began when a family gifted a block of land in a quiet Brighton cul-de-sac. The project faced planning disputes, a prolonged VCAT process, collapse of the original builder, and a complete redesign. The final house is light-filled and reimagines the suburban backyard to emphasize nature and community. The design prioritizes long-term living and everyday interaction with outdoor spaces, integrating natural elements into daily life. The project outcome reflects resilience through iterative problem-solving and a focus on communal and environmental priorities within suburban domestic architecture.
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