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architect Jim Gewinner and his wife, wanted a modest size house (roughly 195m2), a minimalist plan with a degree of separation for the guest bedroom, and expanses of glass to accent the views. This became the basis of the design. It now maximises the views over the rolling Hill Country, while maintaining a

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