The customer brief
The brief centred on creating a home that reflected a relaxed coastal lifestyle, while remaining functional and adaptable for everyday use.
There was a strong focus on openness, natural light and a clear connection between indoor and outdoor living, along with spaces suited to entertaining, family gatherings and extended stays.
Key priorities included:
- Strong connection between indoor and outdoor living areas
- A layout suited to entertaining and family gatherings
- Maximising natural light and spatial openness
- Creating a sense of retreat and relaxation
- Incorporating flexible spaces for guests or extended stays
ZAC design response
- Oriented living zones to maximise connection to alfresco and pool
- Introduced double-height volume to enhance light and spatial quality
- Designed a large open-plan core for entertaining and everyday use
- Incorporated additional spaces including study and breakout areas
- Zoned upper level for privacy and retreat
- Balanced contemporary form with subtle coastal architectural cues
The design outcome
This home is defined by ease.
The planning is deliberately open and generous, allowing the main living spaces to flow effortlessly outdoors. The alfresco and pool become a natural extension of the home, reinforcing a lifestyle centred around connection, relaxation and entertaining.
Volume plays a key role, particularly through the main living area, creating a sense of lightness and calm that aligns with the coastal setting.
Upstairs, the home shifts into a quieter mode, providing retreat without disconnecting from the overall experience.
The result is a home that feels both elevated and effortless—an understated expression of modern coastal living.
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