Set on the edge of the water, this compact home captures an unencumbered aspect above the ocean. Rebuilt following the 2015 bushfires, our approach focused on the views. The house is split across two levels, with the bedrooms on the lower level, and the main living zones upstairs. To elevate the experience throughout this house, we framed different moments to pause ,in the downstairs zones.
A skillion roof falls to the road on the northern edge. Not only is this a nod to the local beach shack vernacular, but also adds privacy from the street and mitigates the harsh north sun.
The house in essence turns it back to the road, opening up to the ocean with floor to ceiling windows. Clean lines and minimal decoration further the idea of letting nature be the focus. Simple materials ensure nothing distracts. Even the kitchen is a recessive element, clad with dark cabinetry.
