Tour of Kite House

Perched on the steep contours of the hillside, its long, outstretched wings, rendered in white, grey, and black, mimic the plumage of its namesake, camouflaging the structure within the treetops. Only a single orange "iris" stands out, offering a warm welcome to visitors. This modest three-bedroom home is a considered response to an ecologically sensitive site. It nestles into a single contour line that wraps around the slope, minimizing its impact on the land. Oriented along an east–west axis, the house is designed for optimal solar control and thermal performance, well-suited to its subtropical environment.