Located in St Kilda, this contemporary residence reinterprets the traditional gabled form with clarity and restraint. Set among established heritage homes and coastal planting, the design responds to its context while expressing a confident architectural identity suited to its seaside setting.
The front façade is defined by a double-height glazed wall that introduces generous natural light into the interior. This transparent gesture strengthens the connection between home and garden, creating a calm and open arrival sequence. Above, vertical fins articulate the upper level, establishing rhythm and depth across the elevation. These elements also contribute to passive solar control, moderating light while reinforcing the home’s structured expression.
Integrated planter boxes introduce greenery directly into the architecture, softening the built form and reinforcing the coastal landscape character. At ground level, expansive sliding glass doors open the living spaces to the outdoors. The transition between inside and outside is seamless, supporting natural ventilation and extending daily living into a covered terrace designed for year-round use.
Internally, the layout is open and legible. A minimalist kitchen anchors the plan, defined by clean lines and a restrained material palette. Warm, tactile finishes balance the crisp geometry of the architecture, creating a composed and welcoming interior. A sculptural brick element references the surrounding neighbourhood fabric, grounding the contemporary form within its local context.
Through careful proportion, layered materiality, and integrated landscape, the home achieves a balance between distinction and harmony. It is a refined coastal residence that celebrates light, openness, and enduring architectural clarity.
Land Size: 339 sqm
Stage: Building Permit Approved
