A Builder's Own Mediterranean-inspired Forever Home (House Tour)

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  • Опубликовано: 14 окт 2024
  • Entry into Arcos, the forever home of Robert and Meghan Gray designed by Joe Adsett Architects and located in Brisbane’s leafy suburb of Paddington, is through a dramatic, warmly lit, arched tunnel of rendered concrete. On the other side, visitors are met with a series of grand and awe-inspiring interior and exterior spaces that have been inspired by the architecture of Spanish villas.
    Dubbed ‘Arcos’ - Spanish for arches - this is the “forever home” of Robert Gray of high-end construction company Graya (which also built the home) and psychologist Meghan Gray. The ambitious design by architect Joe Adsett takes an existing classic, old Queenslander home and raises it two levels, with a new, more contemporary design beneath.
    Robert Gray had a strong existing relationship with Adsett, with Graya having constructed a number of his firm’s projects, including Adsett’s own home, which has some similar features to Arcos in the use of arches and curves. The rendered concrete arches on the lower level of the house play upon the existing structural rhythm of the heritage Queenslander, with lightweight materials used on the upper storeys of the couple’s forever home.
    The Spanish style architecture and its characteristic curves carry through to the interior design of Robert and Meghan’s forever home, with arched doorways and rounded edges seen throughout the interior spaces. A sweeping staircase links the three floors together and provides opportunities for interesting play of light on the rendered concrete walls and ceiling. A sunken living room with a curved, custom-made sofa provides a place for friends and family to congregate after dinner. The rounded kitchen island features vertical column-style detailing on the front, and echoes the curves of the nearby stair.
    This is a house to spread out, to entertain family and friends with ease, and to enjoy living in. With its many luxuries so close to the city, Meghan has high hopes that Arcos will be their forever home - but time will tell.
    Architecture by Joe Adsett Architects.
    Interior Design and Furnishing by Robert Gray of Graya.
    Film by Nikolas Strugar of Ravens At Odds.
    Video Production by The Local Project.
    Photography by David Chatfield.
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Комментарии • 375

  • @TheLocalProject
    @TheLocalProject  3 года назад +34

    This stunning project also features across 12 pages in our latest print edition, Issue No. 5 - thelocalproject.com.au/publication/issue-05/

    • @thienminh878
      @thienminh878 3 года назад

      Truyện thơ
      Đường xưa mây trắng trọn bộ chúc mọi người nghe hạnh phúc cảm ơn nhiều.
      Thi Văn sấm giảng trọn bộ chúc mọi người nghe hạnh phúc cảm ơn nhiều...1987...

  • @RCfication
    @RCfication 3 года назад +2008

    That's the most beautiful way I've been called poor

    • @potatopotatoeOG
      @potatopotatoeOG 3 года назад +8

      JoIn My TrAdInG tEaM

    • @ambombon9123
      @ambombon9123 2 года назад +3

      😂😂😂

    • @TV-oj8uh
      @TV-oj8uh 2 года назад

      The first thing that came trough my mind 😅

  • @justinleemiller
    @justinleemiller 3 года назад +547

    I’m not sure what to call it....Romantic Modernism? It’s so serene.

    • @_malcolm
      @_malcolm 3 года назад +15

      Dude that's a perfect name for it. Well said.

    • @khd9366
      @khd9366 3 года назад

      .

    • @73m98
      @73m98 3 года назад +3

      Contemporary ‘Queenslander’

    • @JS-iq6bm
      @JS-iq6bm 3 года назад +2

      Neoclassical, how about?

    • @csenuber
      @csenuber 2 года назад +1

      Call it a museum

  • @bossman674
    @bossman674 3 года назад +533

    This channel just gets better and better. Almost meditative.

    • @BLXYDE
      @BLXYDE 3 года назад +4

      thats why i watch it!!

    • @belcastrohomes
      @belcastrohomes 3 года назад +1

      Couldn't agree more. When a new video is posted, I click immediately

    • @leoesque2803
      @leoesque2803 3 года назад +1

      I always watched it before bedtime. So peaceful.

    • @kw6143
      @kw6143 3 года назад +1

      Check out nowness

    • @rachellee7693
      @rachellee7693 3 года назад

      Exactly!

  • @larsstougaard7097
    @larsstougaard7097 3 года назад +239

    Would love it as a Grand Design series episode so you could watch the whole process. Great house, they are very lucky.

  • @MommaFromScratch
    @MommaFromScratch 3 года назад +271

    All the arches 😍 can’t believe you raised it two stories. Really beautiful

  • @엘라이-c8z
    @엘라이-c8z 3 года назад +121

    i feel like i’m entering a kind of utopia world... so wow✨

  • @dreamskeepmesane
    @dreamskeepmesane 3 года назад +114

    This is beyond gorgeous.. surprised at how well the meditarennean architecture works so well in australia

    • @DetteS
      @DetteS 3 года назад +3

      A lot of South East Queensland has Mediterranean inspired homes. It's only been the last decade were the clean lined modern style homes have started being built

  • @AgentAO7
    @AgentAO7 3 года назад +158

    There are 2 things I realized after watching this:
    1. Why are they so rich?!?! 😱
    2. Why am I so poor?! 😭 Lol 😂

  • @christianemeiners9224
    @christianemeiners9224 3 года назад +50

    I am lacking any kind of proper verbal response. This is maybe one of the most stunning homes I have ever seen. Magnificent!

  • @amidthechaoss
    @amidthechaoss 3 года назад +5

    it doesn't give a homey feel, but for a resort/ hotel... absolutely stunning

    • @swesttttt
      @swesttttt 2 года назад

      Yeah, I look at that furniture and can’t imagine kids on it.

    • @zvezdoblyat
      @zvezdoblyat 6 месяцев назад

      ​@@swestttttnot everyone has or wants kids though

  • @yamboyasmr4779
    @yamboyasmr4779 2 года назад +17

    Australia literally has the most beautiful homes!

  • @lo8013
    @lo8013 3 года назад +65

    No other words other than this home is absolutely stunning.

  • @jajaarcenio4473
    @jajaarcenio4473 3 года назад +36

    The magical concept style is definitely timeless.

  • @leahkiely6595
    @leahkiely6595 3 года назад +45

    that entrance is insane 😍

  • @peachradvan5807
    @peachradvan5807 3 года назад +12

    wow, normally that uber designed style x minimalist decor feels really cold and unwelcoming, but this! this is so warm and gorgeous

  • @1L3g3nd
    @1L3g3nd 2 года назад +17

    One of the most beautiful houses I’ve ever seen. Absolutely stunning. Great job

  • @spirit4away
    @spirit4away 3 года назад +6

    So far this the most simple stunning home I have ever watched

  • @ellieee.williams
    @ellieee.williams 3 года назад +2

    all the house tour channel that ive seen, this one's by far most aesthetic and relaxing.

  • @LeahreTard
    @LeahreTard 3 года назад +3

    This is my favourite home on this channel by far, and I really wasn't expecting it to be.

  • @andgo1400
    @andgo1400 3 года назад +6

    What a great project and flawless execution. The only drawback is how I look now at my own humble abode and the city I live in.

  • @ambombon9123
    @ambombon9123 2 года назад +4

    This is my dream house. Style, color and design is perfect, and so beautiful and calming to look at! Love it🤍

  • @ccsutherland4621
    @ccsutherland4621 3 года назад +6

    Imagine casually chatting with your partner about moving & he’s like ok, where’d you have in mind?
    & BAM 💥 he creates this 😩😍 work of art! Lucky girl! It’s amazing, I love their taste.

    • @serpserpserp
      @serpserpserp 2 года назад

      Sounds like it took years to plan, design and build. But yes, lucky to marry a well off, talented, licensed builder.

  • @bombastically6701
    @bombastically6701 3 года назад +3

    i'm watching these kind of videos since last year and it does calming me somehow, now i'm so into interiors and house designs

  • @mag_zi3
    @mag_zi3 3 года назад +15

    Wow, there is something about this house that draws me to it! It’s so beautiful and serene

  • @Wonderwhippets
    @Wonderwhippets 3 года назад +5

    This is the most beautiful home I’ve ever seen. It’s like you took my Grand Designs dream home out of my head and created it. Warm minimalism at its finest. Well done!👌

  • @ooamooso
    @ooamooso 3 года назад +2

    Interior design, sofas and furniture are really beautiful and wonderful.It's the best house I've ever seen.👍 I'll be so happy to live in this house. I envy the landlord so much.😍😍😍

  • @merra_k
    @merra_k 3 года назад +3

    Unbelievably beautiful

  • @Alby911
    @Alby911 3 года назад +53

    Aside from what looks like artificial grass, everything else is flawless in my humble opinion

  • @VasimYildirim-xr6jh
    @VasimYildirim-xr6jh 3 года назад +4

    Thank ü so much for this inspiration. İ have finally decided to add some of these elements to my home. The channel is the best example of perfect selection.

  • @MattGarcyaDC
    @MattGarcyaDC 3 года назад

    i always wanted to see Architects own personal homes.

  • @sunnysmilessunshine4060
    @sunnysmilessunshine4060 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us. I absolutely love it! Especially the ROUND parts! Have ALWAYS been partial to ROUND. WHY all the BOXES?? IDK. . . so IMHO, This is a WINNER! LET us Know if it really is your forever home OR Not. . .

  • @virginiadouglas9449
    @virginiadouglas9449 3 года назад +3

    lord have mercy! I absolutely love this house wowwwww!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! house of love!

  • @dianasmith8923
    @dianasmith8923 3 года назад +2

    Beautiful. Minimalist modern features yet so warm and inviting. I love it

  • @ladyfatimareganit1748
    @ladyfatimareganit1748 3 года назад +1

    Arches and circles- very consistent- its sophisticated with a tropical vibe! Kudos to the architect and to the landscape artist!

  • @gracesmail1900
    @gracesmail1900 3 года назад +38

    Might have to weigh in on this too. The house is undeniably gorgeous. The staircase, the arches. I would argue that it is also very now and it will date. There’s something too ‘done’ about the overall effect which is more than just the styling, all makers and designers I really love. It’s missing a certain... spontaneity. A subtlety. I’m searching for the charm of imperfections, soul. I felt the most warmth during the glimpses of the interior of the cottage children’s wing which is part of the original house. Ironically it does look and feel like a hotel! Which is not necessarily a bad thing! But when I look at it, it reminds me of a girl who is overdone. She looks flawless, perfect, but I want to wipe off the layers of makeup and see what is underneath, find her essence if that makes sense? It’s missing as the French would say a certain je ne said quoix. An example that comes to mind is Xavier Corbero’s Labyrinth home in Spain who similarly uses arches but knew the power of imperfection.
    All in all an ambitious project. Thanks for sharing Local Project

    • @alejandrosamaniego5179
      @alejandrosamaniego5179 3 года назад +7

      I feel like that can be achieved if they were to actually display mementos of the life they've lived. Like little decorative gifts they've received, things they've collected over time, photos of events in their life (their wedding). Things that represent who they are and where they've been.

    • @nikolarajkovic4595
      @nikolarajkovic4595 3 года назад +7

      Well hopefully they weren't designing it for fashion, other people and their tastes but for themselves. House can't "date" if you design it for yourself.

    • @davidcattin7006
      @davidcattin7006 3 года назад +6

      I get it-- what I call "designed to death". It takes an exceptional designer/decorator to create a stylish space that also looks like people actually live in it.

    • @gypsywoman84
      @gypsywoman84 3 года назад +5

      Totally agree. It's sterile and very "of the moment". This house is also rented out for photoshoots so maybe that's also another reason.

    • @gracesmail1900
      @gracesmail1900 3 года назад +2

      @@gypsywoman84 I'm sure the photoshoots are chips compared to the MONSTER cost of this build...I mean the engineering alone to lift the house... But my instinct is that the owners would probably love the prestige of people shooting in the house. Thats the vibe I got from them. It's weird because I think about this project quite a lot. I think i'm searching for a reason why something so outwardly and conventionally beautiful repels me so much haha. It's a lack of design integrity, for me at least.

  • @Su-jb2zr
    @Su-jb2zr 3 года назад +5

    So many details , yet so simple !
    This channel is addictive.

  • @donutspete
    @donutspete 3 года назад +30

    This house is incredible. My idea of perfection. Just round the corner from me too!
    Well done 👏🏻

  • @far__faraway
    @far__faraway 2 года назад +1

    This house is very beautiful. I always comeback to this video just to marvel at its stunning structures and design. Would love to see more of how architects reinterpret a Mediterranean-style home ♡

  • @fional8752
    @fional8752 2 года назад +3

    In love with this home, they seem like they have room for one more, I’m coming over!

  • @courtneygee9401
    @courtneygee9401 3 года назад +2

    This property is everything you could ever dream of- I love the concrete arches, mirrored by the upper story arches. ALSO the interior design of this home is absolutely insane. Well done- what a fantastic place to call home

  • @serpserpserp
    @serpserpserp 2 года назад +5

    Needs more stuff in the house. It is beautiful no doubt. But the conversation pit off to the side of the kitchen area just feels like a big couch in a multi-story cark park. I guess when the cameras aren't rolling they make it look more homely.

  • @GoobuGoobu
    @GoobuGoobu 2 года назад +1

    That twist at the end was so exhilarating 😧

  • @amyreuthe693
    @amyreuthe693 2 года назад +1

    This home is a jaw dropping "WOW,Wow,wow" Your vision truly came to fruition and the end result is truly amazing!

  • @jtdave8721
    @jtdave8721 3 года назад +6

    Oh Wow this house is so fabulous..... The kitchen, the backyard everything looks perfect 👌...🔥🔥🤎🤍🤎

  • @damian4727
    @damian4727 2 года назад +1

    Insane architecting work and finish project.
    Bravo.

  • @rayhapes
    @rayhapes Год назад

    Yes Arcos 2.0 you guys have to give your creatiity an outlet. The thrill of the chase is the fun part of being a human being. good job lovely place.

  • @polyannamoonbeam
    @polyannamoonbeam 2 года назад +1

    Beautiful interpretation ,so sympathetic to the Australian original on the outside yet so far far into its own inside .. hanging gardens of Babylon come to kind , very sculptural and soft, lovely play of light, all the materials seem to sing softly to each other- very hard to do. Love it.

  • @BeautywithWhitney
    @BeautywithWhitney 3 года назад +3

    This was beautifully executed. This is what I’d love for myself and my family. Beautiful

  • @dennisnjenga2364
    @dennisnjenga2364 3 года назад +10

    Amazing architecture😍. Love from Kenya 🇰🇪

  • @Zjaan321
    @Zjaan321 3 года назад +10

    One of my favourite channels. Absolutely beautiful camera and editing (and spectacular home of course).
    Would love to see a behind the scene on the camera work and editing and shooting of the homes. Love the way you match and limit the voice with the music. Where there is a subtle beat or when there is an atmospheric sound. Great work!

    • @ElisabethToyen
      @ElisabethToyen 3 года назад +1

      Download Lumion and you will be behind the scene.

    • @Zjaan321
      @Zjaan321 3 года назад

      @@ElisabethToyen Lol! I prefer Twinmotion. Everytime it crashes it brings me closer to reality.

  • @nikkilogan7726
    @nikkilogan7726 Год назад +1

    That home really exceeded my expectation!
    I really feel its like European vibes,
    Mediterranean feels, next level!
    Thanks Local Project!

  • @zarcokleynhans9654
    @zarcokleynhans9654 3 года назад +23

    Stunning!Love this channel!

  • @judithxxx
    @judithxxx 3 года назад +53

    Wow, Wow, WOW!!!!! That’s what I call true artists! The play with natural and artificial light is absolutely magnificent! Also the use of natural Materials the incoperation of the old with the new...I am so inspired, I could write a whole love letter to this house.
    How I wish I could be friend with those two fellow aesthetes and bounce around ideas.
    @theLocalProject. Well done capturing the beauty of the place and the beauty of the owners artists minds. Thank you ✨

  • @thatapartmentgirl
    @thatapartmentgirl 2 года назад +1

    Just come back here to say again that this is my favorite house on this app. So beautiful.

  • @dianna8626
    @dianna8626 3 года назад +1

    What a vision they had. Elegant and so relaxing.

  • @patsy7790
    @patsy7790 2 года назад +1

    The house seems so calm. The design both interior and exterior is marvelous!

  • @adewoleabioye8540
    @adewoleabioye8540 3 года назад +6

    An amazing home. I am deeply inspired by the attention to detail, the beauty, and the scale of the home. Cheers!

  • @jamesegan7383
    @jamesegan7383 3 года назад +18

    Absolutely insane, incredible...

  • @agentofart5425
    @agentofart5425 3 года назад +2

    WOW! What an amazing house! Architecture, colours, forms, arches and patterns are just great! Well done!

  • @harrx0
    @harrx0 3 года назад +3

    Beautiful house! Love the openness at the back of the house and the greenery from the plants

  • @ericahs20
    @ericahs20 3 года назад

    What a beautiful job they've done! The essence of the original style and modern elements are in perfect harmony. Revised nostalgia.

  • @Khanh.Nguyen369
    @Khanh.Nguyen369 2 года назад

    Incredible. So many curves and lines.

  • @isolatedpeople
    @isolatedpeople 3 года назад +279

    “As a young married couple”...they forget to add in RICH young married couple.

    • @adamzimn
      @adamzimn 3 года назад +13

      Maybe the focus should be on the beautiful project and not their finances?

    • @minigiant8998
      @minigiant8998 3 года назад +19

      @@adamzimn as someone that lives hand to mouth i find it interesting you're telling us what to focus on.

    • @adamzimn
      @adamzimn 3 года назад +10

      @@minigiant8998 Use those hands to make some money

    • @minigiant8998
      @minigiant8998 3 года назад +10

      @@adamzimn im sorry im taking care of my wife on hospice but thx for the order.

    • @adamzimn
      @adamzimn 3 года назад +1

      @@minigiant8998 Ask her to help too

  • @micropens
    @micropens 3 года назад +2

    Out of the whole house I really love the stairs.

  • @ginafriend1690
    @ginafriend1690 2 года назад +1

    Awesome how ground level room opens up flowing into the outdoors with key factor .. the Angle of bar area (I believe it is). Inside, the arches, curves and materials used on ceiling, wall to floor 👍

  • @janebarry400
    @janebarry400 3 года назад +2

    Wow! Such cool ideas! Inspires me to make changes to my project in planner 5d.

  • @chaloupe
    @chaloupe 3 года назад +5

    This house is incredibly beautiful! Thank you for sharing 😊

  • @meleduvane3913
    @meleduvane3913 3 года назад +1

    All in affirmative & superlative form! Kudos! I love it!

  • @Fuxsie
    @Fuxsie 3 года назад +2

    As vezes nem é a arquitetura que impressiona no canal, é a filmagem, incrível!

  • @zoeh-a1869
    @zoeh-a1869 3 года назад +2

    Just found this channel and I can't stop watching! Wonderful editing

  • @MariaAyub-ma-sentient24
    @MariaAyub-ma-sentient24 Год назад

    It is mediterranean but also has a "plantation style feel" and very modernist at the same time. The interior surprised me the most with all the details.

  • @hl3043
    @hl3043 3 года назад +1

    gosh this is absolutely stunning, the overall vibe is just so simple but also breathtakingly beautiful

  • @gavinhosie
    @gavinhosie 3 года назад +2

    What an absolutely lovely home.

  • @exoticjam7176
    @exoticjam7176 3 года назад +62

    Designers: So how beautiful do you want your house to be?
    Owners: Yes!

  • @soulfulserenitybeats
    @soulfulserenitybeats 3 года назад +6

    The best one jet! Love the Aesop’s interior style!

  • @pursuitofaesthetic4920
    @pursuitofaesthetic4920 2 года назад +1

    Gorgeous. Absolutely gorgeous.

  • @ardinisf
    @ardinisf 2 года назад +3

    That cat is living better than me

  • @wardjonkman
    @wardjonkman 3 года назад +8

    Epic video! Really well suited to the house.

  • @wildcolonialman
    @wildcolonialman 2 года назад +1

    Fabulous couple, fabulous build. Very cool.

  • @nayp4892
    @nayp4892 2 года назад +1

    This house feels very ethereal!

  • @suecarey9127
    @suecarey9127 3 года назад +3

    Wow a stunning house (home) love everything about it

  • @loeki6176
    @loeki6176 3 года назад +3

    This is the type of houses i see in pinterest, I'm glad I got to take a look inside it

  • @jorgesilvano
    @jorgesilvano 3 года назад +1

    Well thought project.
    Alluring Lighting Design!
    Congrats, all the best!

  • @anvo89
    @anvo89 3 года назад +3

    Beautiful home. Very reminiscent of the Calile hotel on James St

  • @ameliaodell9505
    @ameliaodell9505 3 года назад

    Really gorgeous space, love the lounge and the arches. But I have to believe that any smiles were edited out, there is no way that these happy homeowners are THAT neutral bordering on monotone.

  • @cozycat1134
    @cozycat1134 2 года назад +1

    I love the entirety of this video.

  • @AA-ld5zh
    @AA-ld5zh 2 года назад +4

    This channel never disappoints.

  • @sashahera5679
    @sashahera5679 2 года назад +1

    Beautiful, light design

  • @charlottehall5191
    @charlottehall5191 2 года назад +1

    Beautiful inside and out.

  • @LucyLiu03
    @LucyLiu03 3 года назад +1

    This house is amazingly mesmerizing

  • @camnova
    @camnova 3 года назад

    I have never seen a more beautiful home. Stunning

  • @OneNationSoul
    @OneNationSoul 3 года назад +2

    All the details just fabulous! ♥️

  • @blace1200
    @blace1200 3 года назад +4

    Beautiful spacious and airy.. love it

  • @olawaleoladele604
    @olawaleoladele604 Год назад

    Is it just my limited knowledge or do Aussies build really beautiful homes, i can't stop watching these videos

  • @MikuHatsune-yv8yi
    @MikuHatsune-yv8yi 3 года назад +21

    This is stunning, would've cost a pretty penny though

  • @sumaiyahossain2196
    @sumaiyahossain2196 3 года назад

    This is one of the most calming and beautiful house🥰🥰

  • @kayelyward8714
    @kayelyward8714 2 года назад +2

    Beautiful home . . .

  • @shuaiwenleonsong1188
    @shuaiwenleonsong1188 2 года назад +1

    I love it! I want my next house to be built by these guys in Sydney. This looks like an Aseop store.

  • @asztapaszta9
    @asztapaszta9 3 года назад +3

    Very inspiring, thank you for sharing!