14: DESIGN GLASS HOUSE
LOCATION DOONAN, QUEENSLAND
A transparent house that you can see
through, with a luxury resort feel, was the
design brief for this extraordinary home on
Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. The tranquil
lushness of the outdoor areas is juxtaposed
with monochromatic interiors. Steering clear of
the expected day spa palette, the homeowner
went with a dramatic contrast of black and
white. Large blocks of black have been used,
particularly in the kitchen and dining room,
in strong, defi ned lines and shapes to great
eff ect. With only one wall to defi ne the kitchen
space, storage comes in the form of two island
benches and a fl oor-to-ceiling unit that cleverly
conceals appliances. The overall sleek aesthetic
is the perfect backdrop for the amazing views
that frame the space.
Architectural Design Sarah Waller Design
(sarahwallerdesign.com.au)
Photography Paul Smith Images,
Jake Magnus & Frystreem15: DESIGN OCEAN SHORES
CHIPBOARD HOUSE
LOCATION OCEAN SHORES, NSW
“From humble beginnings comes a rich space —
an elongated corridor that stretches the entire
length of the building with a backbone that’s
drenched in light,” says Peter Maddison of this
humble family home. Made almost entirely from
chipboard, this modern dwelling features clean
lines and unfettered spaces of practical yet
inviting rooms. Drowning in natural light, the
kitchen sits to the side of a central corridor that
runs down the centre of the house. Positioned
opposite the living room, the kitchen features
an opening over the countertop that off ers
bench seating and a convenient pass-through
to the central dining table. While the space is
open to the rest of the rooms, it can be closed
in via a large sliding glass door if required. A
wall of fl at-panel cabinets in a soft blue/grey
provides plenty of storage and hides all manner
of appliances, helping the room maintain the
home’s clean, uncluttered aesthetic.
Architectural Design A-CH (a- ch.com.au)
Builder SJ Reynolds Constructions
(sjrconstruct.com)
Photography Nick Wilson14
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