Corrugated
Corrugated
Cabin
Cabin
A modern hillside home in Berriedale, designed and built by Axis Homes. Designed for a young couple, this project navigates a steep 20-degree slope using double gables that reference local suburban typology, delivering uninterrupted Derwent River views, strong privacy, and architectural quality on a strict budget.
A modern hillside home in Berriedale, designed and built by Axis Homes. Designed for a young couple, this project navigates a steep 20-degree slope using double gables that reference local suburban typology, delivering uninterrupted Derwent River views, strong privacy, and architectural quality on a strict budget.
Location
Location
Leslie Vale, Tasmania
Leslie Vale, Tasmania
Leslie Vale, Tasmania
Status
Status
Completed 2022
Completed 2022
Completed 2022
Collaborators
Collaborators
Photographer :
Photographer :
Photographer :
Rosie Hastie
Rosie Hastie
Rosie Hastie
Architect :
Architect :
Architect :
Designful
Designful
Designful
The Challenge
The Challenge
The clients wanted high-quality architectural design without unnecessary complexity. Their site presented a 20-degree diagonal slope, immediate overlooking from neighbouring properties, and a firm budget.
The clients wanted high-quality architectural design without unnecessary complexity. Their site presented a 20-degree diagonal slope, immediate overlooking from neighbouring properties, and a firm budget.
The clients wanted high-quality architectural design without unnecessary complexity. Their site presented a 20-degree diagonal slope, immediate overlooking from neighbouring properties, and a firm budget.
Solution
Solution
Axis Homes used a site specific ite specific layout, prefabricated building methods, and off-the-shelf materials to deliver an architectural result cost-effectively. Double gables reference the local suburban typology while resolving privacy and slope.
Axis Homes used a site specific ite specific layout, prefabricated building methods, and off-the-shelf materials to deliver an architectural result cost-effectively. Double gables reference the local suburban typology while resolving privacy and slope.
Axis Homes used a site specific ite specific layout, prefabricated building methods, and off-the-shelf materials to deliver an architectural result cost-effectively. Double gables reference the local suburban typology while resolving privacy and slope.
Outcome
Outcome
A warm, light-filled home with privacy balanced with views to the surrounding hills and the River Derwent — completed on schedule and within budget.
A warm, light-filled home with privacy balanced with views to the surrounding hills and the River Derwent — completed on schedule and within budget.
A warm, light-filled home with privacy balanced with views to the surrounding hills and the River Derwent — completed on schedule and within budget.
Local Context & Climate
Local Context & Climate
Designed for Southern Tasmania's varied temperate climate , this Berriedale home uses durable coastal-toned James Hardie cladding, a Colorbond roof, and a robust masonry base for long-term structural integrity and low maintenance.
Designed for Southern Tasmania's varied temperate climate , this Berriedale home uses durable coastal-toned James Hardie cladding, a Colorbond roof, and a robust masonry base for long-term structural integrity and low maintenance.
Designed for Southern Tasmania's varied temperate climate , this Berriedale home uses durable coastal-toned James Hardie cladding, a Colorbond roof, and a robust masonry base for long-term structural integrity and low maintenance.
Clients Testimonial
Clients Testimonial
"Affordable doesn't have to be inefficient and look like a kit home. Axis built us a high quality energy efficient home. They were great, relatable builders who delivered an on-budget build on time."
"Affordable doesn't have to be inefficient and look like a kit home. Axis built us a high quality energy efficient home. They were great, relatable builders who delivered an on-budget build on time."
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Sophie and Tom
Sophie and Tom
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Was this a custom design or a ‘standard floor plan?
A fully custom design developed in collaboration with Designful, tailored to the specific site, climate, and sustainability goals.
What were the main materials used?
Salvaged Hobart Red bricks, reclaimed structural timber, and Tasmanian Oak flooring — all chosen for sustainability and local character.
Do you build homes in Leslie Vale and the kunanyi/Mt Wellington foothills?
Yes, Axis Homes regularly builds across Southern Tasmania including bushland and mountain-climate sites in Kingborough Council. View our other projects below.
Was this a custom design or a ‘standard floor plan?
A fully custom design developed in collaboration with Designful, tailored to the specific site, climate, and sustainability goals.
What were the main materials used?
Salvaged Hobart Red bricks, reclaimed structural timber, and Tasmanian Oak flooring — all chosen for sustainability and local character.
Do you build homes in Leslie Vale and the kunanyi/Mt Wellington foothills?
Yes, Axis Homes regularly builds across Southern Tasmania including bushland and mountain-climate sites in Kingborough Council. View our other projects below.
Was this a custom design or a ‘standard floor plan?
A fully custom design developed in collaboration with Designful, tailored to the specific site, climate, and sustainability goals.
What were the main materials used?
Salvaged Hobart Red bricks, reclaimed structural timber, and Tasmanian Oak flooring — all chosen for sustainability and local character.
Do you build homes in Leslie Vale and the kunanyi/Mt Wellington foothills?
Yes, Axis Homes regularly builds across Southern Tasmania including bushland and mountain-climate sites in Kingborough Council. View our other projects below.
