The house is designed by Starbox Architecture around the concept of ‘Rugged Luxury’ to directly reflect the tidal estuary. When the tide is out, the raw and rugged landscape is exposed while it is the direct opposite when the tide is in; an expansive body of water fills the estuary to provide a beautiful, clean, reflective landscape. The outcome of this “rugged luxury” offers a blend of raw beauty and refined elegance, creating a unique and inviting living experience that celebrates the natural surroundings and embodies a sense of sophisticated comfort. Photography by Anjie Blair.

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Natural materials such as spotted gum timber, shou sugi ban charred timber cladding, and limestone are used throughout the home to enhance the rugged aesthetic of the house. These materials not only provide durability and sustainability but also add a sense of warmth and texture to the space.

The house has been positioned to take advantage of the stunning views of the estuary and Narawntapu National Park, allowing residents to feel connected to the surrounding landscape. The idea was to maximise the water views so we had to maximise the buildings height. Due to the slope the access to the entry would be significantly steep. So we decided that we would create an indirect stepped walkway meandering through and around the gardens. This would create interest and soften the slope.