Tour of Kite House

Kite House is described as a home that appears to have landed among the gum trees, its white, grey and black form camouflaging it within the treetops, with a single orange "iris" marking the entrance. Nestled into a single contour line on a steep, ecologically sensitive site, the three-bedroom home is oriented east-west for solar control, with open living spaces and cocooned, private sleeping quarters.

Perched on the steep contours of the hillside, its long, outstretched wings, rendered in white, grey, and black, mimic the plumage of its namesake, camouflaging the structure within the treetops. Only a single orange "iris" stands out, offering a warm welcome to visitors.

This modest three-bedroom home is a considered response to an ecologically sensitive site. It nestles into a single contour line that wraps around the slope, minimizing its impact on the land. Oriented along an east–west axis, the house is designed for optimal solar control and thermal performance, well-suited to its subtropical environment.