A Mid Century Super House Inspired by an Iconic Architect (House Tour)

Las Palmas is a modern super house, crafted by DUO Architects in association with Davis Architects. Built by ASEC Building, the dual-wing home is inspired by the client’s love of Palm Springs architecture, as well as their memories of living in a house designed by legendary Australian modernist architect Robin Boyd. Embedded within a gently sloping site on Byron Bay’s hinterland, Las Palmas relates to the surrounding landscape in terms of protection and spectatorship. The east orientation of the building offers a sense of security by virtue of being tucked into the natural context; the west of the super house provides residents with open, uninterrupted views across the site. Reflecting a modernist approach to design, the super house boasts a permeating, robust materiality that engages with the Australian locality. A concrete floor flows across the interior of the super house whilst luxurious furniture features throughout. Externally, native Australian hardwood cladding and natural stone refere