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Open and Shut House

Toh Shimazaki Architecture, Surrey, 2007

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South elevation

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Six-bedroom family home in the Surrey countryside in an area of outstanding natural beauty

Planning guidelines prohibited the house from being visible from the nearby footpath, so it is sited 10m south of the existing brick perimeter wall along the northern site boundary.

The design influence of the original wall is evident in the choice of brick as a primary material. The plan layout also relates to the site context in that it is comprised of a simple series of sliding strips, running in parallel to the contours of the land.

The north facade is rich with thick iroko wood window framing which supports three corner windows, allowing for constant visual connections to the landscape and a variety of framed views.

Material salvaged from the demolition from the original 1970s building has been incorporated into the construction of sheds in the grounds, as well as providing floorboards for sections of OSh house itself.