Belle

NATURE STUDY

Like images in iconic 3D View-Masters that have captivated children over the years, this home in the eastern suburbs provides special moments of visual discovery. With inside and outside intimately entwined, the house reveals corners of garden from every room. Striking courtyard vignettes and teasing glimpses through slivers of glazing lead to the ultimate spectacle, a soaring expanse of sky and greenery enjoyed from the open plan. When the owners of this light-filled house are Matt Cantwell and Rochelle Abood of the aptly named Secret Gardens little wonder they have a garden that beckons to be explored.

Their new house, designed by Spicer Architecture, includes two

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