Aquarius is a research project undertaken by Silvester Fuller to study efficiencies in apartment design. The project is a remodelling of a one bedroom apartment, located in the Aquarius building designed by Harry Seidler and built in the 1960’s. The existing apartment was compact, whilst providing good orientation for sunlight and natural ventilation.
The evolution of apartment living since the original was built presented an opportunity to replan the split level apartment in search of further efficiencies by tailoring the planning to suit contemporary living. A reconfiguration of the spaces, moving the bathing to the facade with fresh light and ventilation, unlocked an open plan kitchen and created a dedicated dining area which previously occupied space in the living room.
One singular joinery element made from American Walnut Veneer articulates all joinery, circulation and wet areas, separating sleeping from living.
