Carlton North Residence reimagines a narrow, single-fronted terrace as a generous, sun-filled retreat. The site is long and linear, closely bordered on all sides, so the home divides into two discrete buildings with a landscaped courtyard between them – a move that draws daylight deep inside, opens the interior to the garden and returns a clear view of the sky.

The entry opens as a library and transition to the upper level, brightened by skylights and swathed in minimalist finishes. Beyond, a galley kitchen takes the site’s linearity as its cue, where a stone bench and steel shelf run the full length of the house. Timber panelling, polished plaster and a marble-clad fireplace give the rooms a gallery-like composure, warmed by the verdant tones of the landscaping.