Coastal Family Home Concept
The Brief
Designed for a growing family wanting a relaxed, coastal-inspired home with strong indoor-outdoor connection. The goal was to create a layout that feels open and light, while still providing clear zones for family living and privacy.
The Challenge
Balancing open-plan living with practical zoning, ensuring the home works for everyday life, not just aesthetics.
The Design Approach
The layout centres around a spacious kitchen, living and dining zone that flows directly to the outdoor area, creating a natural hub for family life and entertaining. Bedrooms are positioned to allow separation between parents and children, improving both privacy and functionality.
Key Features
Centralised open-plan living area
Strong indoor-outdoor connection
Functional zoning for family living
Natural light prioritised throughout
Outcome
A home that feels relaxed, functional and easy to live in, designed to support real family life while maintaining a clean, modern aesthetic.
Modern, linear design with fixed louvres that protect from the western sun while still framing beautiful beach views — creating a comfortable, stylish, and relaxed coastal living experience.
Wheelchair-accessible, with extra-high ceilings and creative use of shipping containers, seamlessly connecting indoor spaces to the courtyard. Large openings maintain beach views, creating a flexible, comfortable, and light-filled home.
Open-plan kitchen overlooking the lounge, featuring the exposed shipping container as a statement wall. Large openings connect seamlessly to the courtyard and preserve beach views, creating a bright, social, and flexible living space.
Light-filled dining space that opens seamlessly to the courtyard, creating a relaxed, indoor-outdoor lifestyle perfect for entertaining and daily living.
Shaded for summer, with paved dining, grassy play area, and sliding doors on three sides — seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living.
Sunlight floods the home through louvres and eaves, naturally warming the interiors for bright, comfortable winter days.
Louvres and eaves block harsh summer sun, keeping the home cool and comfortable while still allowing breezes and light for relaxed, airy living.