An Award-Winning Home Designed as a Concrete Bunker (House Tour)

Perfect Storm is an award-winning home designed as a concrete bunker which takes brutalist interior architecture to the next level. The concrete bunker in the inner-city Sydney suburb of Camperdown is an award-winning home, managing to transform a relatively small area into a spacious, modern-day apartment.
The building was once a biscuit factory that operated in the 1890s, the last remaining aspect of the original factory fit out was the concrete floor. The warehouse became the perfect shell for interior designer Matt of Killing Matt Woods and builder Sam of Green Anvil Co. to convert into a contemporary residential space inspired by brutalist interior design and architecture.
Taking obvious constraints, such as the restricted loft apartment floorplan with fixed kitchen and bathroom locations and the home’s small interior footprint, Killing Matt Woods creatively conjures up an atmosphere reminiscent of a concrete bunker, without compromising on space, light, ambiance and colour within the interior and architect of the concrete bunker home.
With its double height ceiling, the internal space and architecture feels larger and brings natural light into the interior of the award-winning home from the west-facing double height glazed wall. This illusion of space is also emphasised by the two entries into the apartment home, as the street level entry opens out into a central living area, where the eye naturally lifts up and out into the interior and its design. A considered level of attention to detail is also reflected in aspects such as the custom built joinery, the monolithic and brutalist feel of the kitchen interior design and bench, and the custom-made LED halo light, all constructed, installed and built by Green Anvil Co.
Sustainability is an integral facet to Perfect Storm’s award-winning home design, especially as the initial direction of the project was inspired by an excessive use of concrete which is not a sustainable material.
Instead, Killing Matt Woods consciously chose to use a concrete coloured paint for the interior design as a substitute for the award-winning home, knowing that a clever use of finishes could achieve a similar moody look and feel, without the environmental and economic impact of concrete within the concrete bunker.
Enjoy this The Local Project house tour of an award-winning home designed as a concrete bunker, Perfect Storm by Killing Matt Woods and Green Anvil Co.
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Interior Design by Killing Matt Woods.
Construction by Green Anvil Co.
Photography by Pablo Veiga.
Filmed and Edited by Cheer Squad Film Co.
Production by The Local Project.
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[@onlyNujabes]

How refreshing to hear a designer describe their work in such a lighthearted and down to earth way. No pretentiousness about it.

[@crimsonJerom]

Juxtaposition, super important, pallette and many other overused and often misused terms are missing; which is refreshing!

[@meonjeng]

Agreed. I mean, if I hear vernacular in another architecture video I'll riot. Also, it seems that the more 'honest' and open your designs are, the more you have to use a facade of bougie words to describe them. I love The Local Project to death; the production value, esthetic, mood, style, and the houses themselves. If designers were more natural and devoid of finishings in their description of their projects as the projects themselves, I wouldn't be able to find fault in TLP's vids

[@harrypanini2792]

The ceiling light is a genius work of art

[@clivewilliams63]

Interesting use of concrete resulting in a neutral, but warm gray finish. Another excellent production by these people, The Local Project.

[@TheLocalProject]

Thanks Clive!

[@jamesraycruz8982]

@@TheLocalProject what is the dimension of this house?

[@jacksonhides482]

So cool, such an amazing use of a small space and really well articulated by Matt Woods, he seems like such a chilled guy.

[@KeislerTV]

This is what i'm looking for. Hope more architects will venture into making post apocalyptic design homes (aka THE FORTRESS)

[@MarcosRavena]

What a beautiful place. So sober. I love this kind of architecture.

[@garfrgo8601]

beautifully done video. long shots and chill vibes make every second feel longer in truly a uniquely generous way. it's four minutes long; it felt longer; and, spectacularly, i'm glad it did! very well done.

[@fmarianofisio]

Amazing!!!! I love industrial design and grey, black, concret etc I think it is the “last “ modern type of desing!!!

[@nickvsarch]

Love the detail where the concrete stairs meet the timber flats 😀

[@euroker05]

I finally found where one of the saved house ideas came from! Nice. 👌

[@afterschoolclub5147]

Amazing interiors. Indoor plants would make this space even more beautiful. Kuddos to the designer

[@michaelmoreno7281]

Why I'm fascinating with brutalism Architecture 🖤🤩

[@zaheer4024]

That’s so true! My dad is a builder and architect and our family home is half finished (nearly 10 years now)...

[@Dancerman01]

Yes more apartments and multi family buildings please this one is so good.

[@morgunz5365]

Absolutley love it, mate. Huge congratulations on one of the best designs i have ever seen.

[@anaalves3658]

Absolutely fantastic apartment 👏👏. The lights are superb 😍. The combination of the concrete and wood makes the space feel modern but warm and inviting. Love the filming and editing as well 👍😁

[@oxsigma9866]

What a build. Amazing!

[@TheAndrewRitchie]

Love that bedroom! And the lighting throughout is so perfect.

[@jamessmith1549]

Dark & Stormy ⛈ 😍

[@jacobwilliams7828]

Mmm delicious

[@sevgiligunluk4104]

Love the cabinets, and the harmony between concrete

[@11vag]

Beautiful.

[@inoxistudio.1D]

Industrial always interesting

[@nikkilogan7726]

The Halo light wowed me! I Even if the space is small, I love the height of this home! Perfect for solo or couples' home. Thanks Local Project 😎

[@DesignByCement]

Really nice.

[@evaflores2866]

i like the design😘😘😘

[@KaganTech]

Cannot wait to see this glorious concrete work. The thumbnail has me stoked!

[@TheLocalProject]

Hope you enjoyed Kagan 👊

[@Mr.Monta77]

‘Glorious concrete’ is the cause of massive CO2 emissions and a huge environmental problem.

[@北海道-v3j]

beautiful

[@starlightmoonlight5367]

We call our apartment concrete bunker as well with similar concept and design material. We love our home

[@datz8452]

this is it, ive been looking for design inspirstions for a house or a space renovation for years now, yup. this is it. i can stop now.

[@fingerluck]

Camperdown yeewwww!!

[@TheLocalProject]

🤙🏼

[@monicameza8944]

Love it ! You feel protected inside this type of structure . Totally love everything about the design and decor . Modern .

[@cartmann227]

Wonderful. You are a great designer.Obviously.

[@deportelucas]

Apartamento simples sem muita frescura, sem aqueles excessos de marcenaria e extremamente bonito.

[@KishanthJavegar]

This was stunning! Clever deesign...

[@louiseelliott8942]

Love this home … it’s beautiful and warm. The industrial designer, Matt, is hot as hell too… that voice. 🤤

[@middler5212]

So great!

[@Simplyluvly]

Amazing 'bunker' home. I really love the design and interior.

[@l.s.11]

One thing I always wonder about in loft appartments like these is: what about ventilation / air circulation in the sleeping area? Plus, it's on the top so it's gonna be noticably warmer (hotter)... how does that work? Love the curved edges of the "concrete", and the lighting is mint.

[@Angie_suv]

I think I saw something resembling an air conditioner, so maybe that’s the answer :)

[@korylp6219]

As someone who lives in a loft apartment, I can definitely agree that air con in such a large spa is ineffective and it’s freezing in the winter and boiling in the summer. Tough solution to solve that I’m trying to but not getting far haha

[@tubester4567]

@@korylp6219 Maybe buy an aircon that is designed for your space.

[@ageispolis4605]

this is cozy

[@alexanderk.3056]

Looks great & it's gorgeous!

[@israels.7696]

I absolutely loved it!

[@GhostedStories]

Love it! Love it!

[@mcflyvirtualtours]

Amazing Filmography!!

[@W4LT3Rego]

Nice!

[@marksaibraneculminas9776]

Wow

[@nospacespace]

Nothing short of incredible!

[@reneesmith695]

A definite dream space! ❤️❤️❤️

[@79ROJ]

Please do a simple House tour , so we can understand . Its just a cinematic shorts

[@saddamstyawan3316]

Wow thats look cool. 👍

[@littlenest]

Clever using the curves towards the ceiling, makes the concrete loft area of the bed look so soft and cozy.

[@teonaeades257]

Outstanding!

[@gergergrw]

how hot is this during the summer? planning an industrial house but in a tropical country in south east asia

[@kayden9102]

I realy hope that I have a nice place like this in the future

[@horizon3_3_3]

The quality of your camera is amazing! May I ask what camera you use?

[@damien-2252]

It's very cool! u put the Gold Cat

[@kalebrosenberg8294]

this reminds me of cyberpunk asthetics in the best way possible

[@inshutimark8042]

Waiting for this Video premier and watching it roll out was a hint of nostalgic movie magic. U never forget those.

[@TheLocalProject]

Glad you enjoyed that - we might do it for the next few too 😉

[@Thanhthulamtruc]

Thiết kế đẹp

[@marcelaparedes7032]

Búnker concept❤️ I have my own búnker too. Thanks for share

[@msherrill1739]

Impressive execution on the house & the editing and camera work for the video was top notch too!

[@sutats]

I would describe it as brutal skandi.

[@dominicormston]

Straight out of battlestar galactica

[@АйнаТуба]

Хотелось бы более подробный обзор, очень люблю бетон и серые оттенки в интерьере.

[@Ssabu.]

너무나 유니크하고 이쁜 복층이긴한대... 노출콘크리트라면 그많은 콘센트와 여러 설비들이 어찌 될찌 궁금하네요! 이쁘기만 하고 실용적이지 않다면.....

[@vanity_ibex]

Lovely Project, the music should probably be turned down a bit though.

[@silenthikerph5522]

what was the paint and finish used? looks so elegant.

[@felixlau9704]

Anyone knows what is the colour of Porter’s French Wash used in this house ? Is it the colour Soapstone with Bone base ?

[@prnk3538]

lovely house but there is one thing. there is no chimney/vent in the kitchen and theres no place to install it either. purely from experience, the kitchen will become a nightmare with grease on the walls and cabinets in less than a year. i believe its a crucial part to keep the kitchen and living room in a top notch condition.

[@ghalitsar2730]

just want to ask ... how much for the blueprint ?

[@susied.b4094]

Great project. ( turn the music down)

[@chrstndvsct6188]

Can anyone enlighten me what type of technique or wood patterm use in kitchen cabinet

[@Ashe_Fenrir]

The noise happening over his voice is a bit distracting but I love the video, thanks!

[@mlc2158]

😍

[@yoyo2097]

Love the concept, but if I lived there the walls would depress me

[@lynpromDi]

How to achieve this Concrete looks? Is it paint or skimcoat?

[@constantoom7869]

Where can I find the floor plan of this house?

[@TheYanotin]

крутая пещера. прям в буквальном смысле пещера :). мужик - минималист на максималках )), во всём, включая одежду. мне нравится, кст. пс а, окно в забор только печалит.

[@ФедорГеоргиевич-ь1ю]

а мне наоборот понравилось окно в забор) закрывает от внешнего мира и делает дом больше.

[@TheYanotin]

@@ФедорГеоргиевич-ь1ю ну, это явно не от хорошей стильной жизни там - они там все друг другу по-добрососедски в ухо дышат ¯\_(ツ)_/¯. между комфортным простором и престижным районом лично я бы выбрала первое, конечно.

[@ФедорГеоргиевич-ь1ю]

@@TheYanotin там дорога за забором

[@TheYanotin]

@@ФедорГеоргиевич-ь1ю какая разница ). не думаю, что владелец бы возражал, если бы его лужайка вытянулась бы хотя бы метров до 15-ти.

[@ФедорГеоргиевич-ь1ю]

@@TheYanotin как он это сделает если там дорога?

[@lidiaarraesripardo6261]

I found it beautiful, modern but I felt a bit of the lack of lighting and was a bit claustrophobic.

[@startreker8591]

Living bunker

[@prophetrexlexful8783]

not totally a fan but i like it.. to mich grey tones for my taste .. could have more black metall or dark wood

[@moonftdean]

Does anyone know what fonts they used in this video?

[@jameson566]

So is it concrete or paint? Or both?

[@TheLocalProject]

Both! 🙃

[@v2dheart219]

can he make my concrete bunker look like a loft apartment?

[@frankthetank6558]

Faux concrete……don’t get me wrong I LOVE IT, it looks great , and has a good feel of openness, but to do this within a real pour is a disconnection for myself

[@neiteu]

Anyone know where that modular desk and shelving is from?

[@roseyli1]

I think the desk is String.

[@neiteu]

@@roseyli1 Amazing! Thanks for the info!

[@fattyfat-fat6639]

Lose the musak!!

[@dvt8886]

Oscura y torpe

[@mohammedines6182]

Combien

[@omarghosn8655]

Lovely space, background music though dominates his low voice

[@Roberto-AntonioRomo]

Just saw a dude in the Philippines make this for 17k or 1M PHP 😂

[@maddexq9107]

Th emusic especially the percussion is super distracting, and unpleasant. It competes with the architect’s narration.

[@katarzynaswiatek729]

Nice man, cold interior ..not for me.

[@rgs6236]

This was filmed in the day and it was still dark and oppressive for a home

[@yamko7989]

Parasite vibes

[@Дмитрийселютин-х8э]

Stop. It is just a copy of Soviet “House of Narckomfin”. Literarily. But i don’t see the video, mb he mentiond that fact

[@drpogo488]

A bunker with window and garden. it's a joke, isn't it?

[@wod2568]

well the fact that its all fake concrete makes it kind of a ridiculous wannabe thing

[@Brunopanuno]

The work is amazing, but I do not like when the materials pretend to be something that they are not. It is not a concrete bunker, it is a grey washed plaster bunker.

[@lightning9279]

Thumbs down👎 just for using the word 'sustainability'.

[@ModernARQ]

I love the materials, the colors, the shapes, everything!