The Fairview Project, Arncliffe, Sydney
Published: May 2024BACKGROUND
Phil and Lina Strati, the creative minds behind Aesthetic Developments, dreamt of a modern Mediterranean oasis. Their vision? An open-plan dwelling with flowing, curved lines that seamlessly integrated with the outdoors. The Fairview Project – their stunning renovation of a 1970s brick home in Sydney’s Arncliffe – exemplifies the transformative power of the duo’s bold ingenuity, unwavering vision, and design innovation. Completed in March, this luxurious dwelling draws the gaze with its natural palette, gentle geometry and organic volumes. With a curvaceous open-plan design that celebrates the relaxed indoor-outdoor lifestyle, this alluring residence certainly elevates the standard for modern elegance. “Every detail was carefully planned and executed to create an atmosphere of comfort and hospitality,” explains Phil. “Curvature played a central role in our design philosophy, serving as the foundation of our efforts. By embracing curved elements, our goal was to surpass traditional architectural norms and create a space that conveys both warmth and sophistication.”
“The challenge was to find a product that would allow us to maintain our curvaceous design and still utilise our chosen facade building materials to maintain our Mediterranean brief for the home” Phil Strati
Translating this stunning vision from concept to construction became the project’s central challenge because the original brick design couldn’t easily accommodate these architectural features. The team needed a solution that offered structural integrity to support their ambitious concept, while allowing for the flexibility to create smooth, flowing lines on both the inside and outside of the home. “The challenge was to find a product that would allow us to maintain our curvaceous design and still utilise our chosen facade building materials to maintain our Mediterranean brief for the home,” Phil says. |