Pool House
Pool forming the central axis of the house
Street-facing form defined by simple volumes
Outdoor living arranged around the pool
Bedroom with sunroom with layered glazing and light
Stair connecting levels with controlled light
Interior surfaces defined by light and shadow
Linear form along the boundary edge
Courtyard defined by solid and void
Planting softening the built form with the concealed garage
Living area opening directly to the pool
Pool edge connecting interior and exterior spaces
Interior extending toward the pool and terrace
Kitchen with curved stair wall in the scullery
Bathroom defined by simple geometry and light
Softly lit curves in the laundry and scullery with views through to kitchen and living room
Residential architecture in St Heliers, Auckland by Stacey Farrell Architect. A pool-centred home designed for indoor-outdoor living.
A residential project in St Heliers, Auckland, centred around a calm, light-filled pool courtyard., designed by Stacey Farrell Architect. Set within a suburban site, the house is organised around a central pool, using water and light to structure the living spaces.
The design draws the eye through the house toward the pool, establishing a strong visual and spatial connection from entry through to the main living areas.
Indoor and outdoor spaces are closely linked, with sliding and corner openings allowing the house to open fully to the pool and surrounding terraces.
High ceilings and carefully placed glazing bring in light and create a sense of openness, while the arrangement of bedrooms and service spaces allows for privacy and acoustic separation.
The result is a calm, well-connected home centred on water, light, and everyday living.
Photography Ben Ruffell