Box Modern

The Box Modern style is characterised by large blocks or cube-shaped volumes that are stacked, intersecting or arranged to form compelling, contemporary residences.

Box modern homes are characterised by the arrangement and treatment of distinct boxes, elevating the simple shape into an elegant evolution of modernist design principles. 

Drawing on the geometric forms of the International Style of the early 20th century, it features large blocks or cube-shaped volumes that are stacked, intersecting, or arranged to form residences.

One of the key features of Box Modern home designs is the focus on big, sharp geometric shapes to create a visually unique exterior. These designs include the "stacked" box style, the cube, and the box with angles. The stacked box gives the appearance of multiple shapes stacked on top of one another. The cube emphasises clean, straight lines and is the ultimate form of minimalist modernism. Lastly, the box with angles uses angled windows and sloped roofs to define a visual spectacle.

Box Modern design is best summarised as controlled, precise, clearly contemporary architecture. Box Modern homes incorporate minimalist principles and showcase technical details such as shape, roofline, and cladding. 

In combination with contrasting colours and bold materials, the results are visually exciting and dynamic. Interiors evoke hotel-style glamour through open frame furniture, generosity of luxury materials such as stone benchtops, and a monochromatic colour scheme.

Options in select areas:

Hardie™ Groove Lining: Interior feature walls

Axon Panel Grooved:  Interior feature walls

Why Now?

• The global pandemic, increasing climate change concerns and the cost-of-living crisis drive an increased yearning for the safety of home
• The Box Modern house style delivers on the need for privacy and solitude, providing a “blank canvas” look to suit individual preferences
• The architecture embraces bold and dynamic design through parapet walls, cantilevered rooms and exaggerated asymmetrical forms
• Box Modern design lends itself to people looking to “update” to more performance-enhanced and optimised options

The Box Modern home is gaining momentum as more home owners embrace and appreciate the practical benefits as well as the satisfaction of incorporating new technological advances into their homes.