- Architecture & development
The Canopy House by Leeton Pointon consists both inside and outside of unique architectural shapes of mainly curved and undulating elements. In combination with beige as the main colour in the interior and exterior, this creates an organic and flowing whole.
A curved wall hides the special building and a large 'saucer' that floats above the driveway and entrance. That's the first thing you see at the Canopy House designed by Leeton Pointon architects + interiors. Located in a residential street in Melbourne, the house is a beautiful addition to the architectural landscape. It's a true sanctuary among the many trees. The whole house explores the balance between mass, weightlessness and tactile materiality. The architects describe the forms themselves as 'aqueous' or water-like because the house flows around to the garden where it slopes gently to the ground. At the rear, the view of the house is as impressive and unique as at the front. Two large blocks on the upper floor seem to meander forward and end in a rectangle with large windows. Everything is perfectly balanced and the unique shapes are also continued in the interior including the staircase, some walls and the general play with straight and curved lines. 
The whole house explores the balance between mass, weightlessness and tactile materiality.
A curved wall hides the special building and a large 'saucer' that floats above the driveway and entrance. That's the first thing you see at the Canopy House designed by Leeton Pointon architects + interiors. Located in a residential street in Melbourne, the house is a beautiful addition to the architectural landscape. It's a true sanctuary among the many trees. The whole house explores the balance between mass, weightlessness and tactile materiality. The architects describe the forms themselves as 'aqueous' or water-like because the house flows around to the garden where it slopes gently to the ground. At the rear, the view of the house is as impressive and unique as at the front. Two large blocks on the upper floor seem to meander forward and end in a rectangle with large windows. Everything is perfectly balanced and the unique shapes are also continued in the interior including the staircase, some walls and the general play with straight and curved lines. 
The organic and natural atmosphere that prevails over Canopy House is reflected in the sustainability of the house. This is guaranteed by various elements including the technology used, a large rainwater tank and solar panels.
Canopy House is a very unique house in terms of architecture, standing out but at the same time fitting in nicely with the natural environment. 
Images © Leeton Pointon Architects + Interiors
Photographer: Lisa Cohen