Pepys Hill Private Residence

Maison restructured the spatial logic of the apartment, redefining proportion and flow within an existing footprint.

Artist's Impression of Pepys Hill Private Residence

Context

An existing condominium with generous floor area, low ceilings and poorly optimised planning, resulting in spaces that felt unbalanced, underutilised and inconsistent in natural light.

Tension

The original layout prioritised large, continuous spaces, which exaggerated the low ceiling heights and reduced clarity in how different areas should function and relate to one another.

Maison Direction

Maison corrected the spatial imbalance by prioritising proportion over openness, introducing defined rooms and transitions to recalibrate scale and improve how the apartment is experienced.

Spatial Moves

The main living area was divided into separate but connected rooms, using large cased openings and sliding French doors to maintain continuity while restoring proportion.

A defined foyer was introduced, creating a point of arrival and separation before entering the main living spaces.

Key areas, including the primary suite, were reconfigured to improve internal hierarchy, separating functions such as dressing and sleeping into distinct, better-proportioned zones.

Openings and reflective elements were calibrated to extend light deeper into the plan, improving overall balance and perception of space.

Impact

The apartment shifts from a series of oversized, unresolved spaces to a more controlled and balanced environment, where each room holds a clear function and proportion. By introducing structure within the existing footprint, the design improves both spatial clarity and day-to-day use without relying on expansion.