New Heights Living, North Rocks

Perched on the edge of a cliff, this site was a genuine challenge — limited space, a steep drop, and a brief to create an outdoor living area that would grow with the family.

After several design sessions we arrived at a streamlined pergola and deck that works with the site rather than against it. The pergola takes a deliberately minimalist line so it sits into the landscape instead of competing with the view. The deck does the heavy lifting: an open, expansive space for family gatherings, using changes in level and a mix of materials to give it depth. Lighting throughout means the space carries on well past sunset.