Jungle Living in a Concrete Oasis: Inside a Builder's Own Concrete Bunker Home (House Tour)

Inspired by jungle living and the whimsical idea of a spaceship crash landing into the landscape, Ground House 107R by David Fewson is a structure unlike any other. Beginning as a joint family effort, the guesthouse is complete with thoughtful design, build, furniture and artwork choices. The building is a precisely curated space in which one can find respite from urban living. With its charming jungle living experience, Ground House 107R sits on a section of undulating land surrounded by rainforest and is covered in a myriad of flora that helps it to disappear further into the land.

Starting from approach, the home’s calming yet magical ambience is first seen as it emerges over the ridge. First appearing as a brutalist compound of concrete, the guesthouse is softened by foliage that cascades over the sides of it like a form of art. Organic in its design, the structure features a bedroom, kitchen, living space and bathroom. As the house tour leads around the space, the open plan layout allows for an effortless flow to the outdoors and enforces the feeling of jungle living. In the bathroom, the view through the windowed wall offers a unique view of the home’s material make up. Additionally, the light that is gifted to the finished structure allows for the guesthouse to breath and emphasises the idea of jungle living.

Using only authentic and natural materials, David Fewson and his family have added an element of truth to the interior palette. Using a combination of concrete, real timber and brass, the architect and designers extend their idea of the home forming the shape of a crashed spaceship. Found only a few metres away, the hot tub is settled into the landscape and allows guests to immerse themselves further into jungle living.

At one with the landscape, Ground House 107R’s unique architecture and design elements offer a take on the bygone era and transports it to the contemporary age in which David Fewson hopes guest will find alluring. Located in northern New South Wales, the guesthouse is shrouded in a layer of secrecy that only deepens the charm and characteristics of the site. With its jungle living ideals and employed naturally made materials, Ground House 107R is a place in which serenity can be found in every detail.

00:00 - Introduction to the Concrete Bunker Home
00:43 - The Location
01:16 - Ground House Space Station: A Vision
01:34 - A Collaboration of Friends
01:53 - The Layout
02:24 - Ground House's Space-Inspired Bedroom
02:47 - Ground House's Ship Lighting
03:13 - The Gift of Natural Light
03:47 - Materials Used Throughout
03:55 - Ground House Spaceship Control Panel: Kitchen
04:09 - Ground House Crash Aftermath: Landscape
04:59 - The Collaborative and Fun Process

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Photography by Tasha Tylee.
Architecture, Build & Furniture Design by David Fewson.
Interior Design by Hannah Fewson & Jane Fewson.
Landscape Architecture and Design by LARC Landscape Architecture.
Landscape Installation by Nicholas Ward Landscapes.
Engineering by Ardill Payne & Partners.
Joinery by Sean Campbell Kitchen & Joinery.
Brand Design by Hannah Fewson.
Artwork by Dolly Fewson.
Furniture by TIGMI.
Videography by Dan Preston.
Production by The Local Project.

The Local Project acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners of the land in Australia. We recognise the importance of Indigenous peoples in the identity of our country and continuing connections to Country and community. We pay our respect to Elders, past and present and extend that respect to all Indigenous people of these lands.

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[fluffer]

The house is stunning. But it’s the landscaping that takes it to the next level.

[aboutwookiees]

I like this one because he doesn’t sit there talking a bunch of nonsense. Clear on his intentions and inspirations, talked about the materials in a non dramatic manner, and commented on the subtle motifs that make it great.

[MrMhinchcliff]

What a charming character David is! I miss Australia.

[heimiticuellar]

I love how dedicated you guys are to find the best designs, I'm always in awe

[philcliffe]

Fantastic home for a self build in a great location. The narration was a breath of fresh air.

[littlenest]

The landscape and setting is absolutely phenomenal!

[a_k_]

What a gorgeous space, I love how the concrete mixes with the other textures and the nature.

[julieuk]

What a talent David and the team are! I loved when he said his wife worked like Trojan on the garden and he loves her very much. ❤

[aileenschreiber]

The house, the landscape... It's just perfect! It's what dreams are made of!

[lukestuart]

so cool how the local tradesmen/ mates chipped in. nothing like working together and collaborating with mates to make something like this happen

[elizabethforsyth]

Heaven to me, I used to live near here, born up the road... my dream was to live somewhere like this.... thank you for showing us your vision

[amaojesuferanmi]

i love when buildings have a personality. this is just beautiful

[jmk]

Love this house. What really makes it is the planting and the way it makes the house look like it's growing out of the ground. Would love to stay there but I live in the UK so not likely.

[JoeNielsen]

The surrounding landscape is breathtaking ❤

[danielboddington]

so refreshing not to have to listen a a wanky architect banging on about 'materiality' and 'how one experiences the space' bring on more Davids! what a guy, what a cracking house!

[MarkTierney]

Love this place and location. I like David's passion for design and his laid-back personality!

[madsuldbk]

this house is fantastic. The vision he is describing is a really great way of telling about the ideas behind the house. Low key dude. I love it.

[ramithputhiyapurayil]

I guess this is what heaven on earth looks like...love it <3

[kayelyward]

Beautiful home! I love the story behind that goes with the house. I love the gardens on top of the home and how the foliage hangs over the side of the roof. Because the home becomes a part of the beautiful landscape. It's such an oasis. Really fantastic!

[lucianafigliola]

To me, the best about this house Is its simplicity