DWINDLE

/ˈdwɪnd(ə)l/

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diminish gradually in amount, size

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As part of a downsizing exercise, Penna explored the possibility of constructing a three bedroom partially submerged, courtyard property situated a stones throw from our client’s late Victorian, suburban home. With space a premium due to a limited plot size, the challenge here focused on providing a balance between functionality and generosity of space. A thorough analysis of the client’s lifestyle habits during the projects initial design stages resulted in a series of interwoven well proportioned spaces punctuated with natural light.