Simple pull holes in the plywood cabinetry is a no-fuss way to do away with the need for handles. This is, after all, a beach house - the simpler, the better.
The prefabricated Inverloch House connects the indoors with the outdoors in a number of clever ways. This window sill becomes a trendy breakfast bar once the bi-fold windows are opened, while clerestory windows provide a glimpse of the sky from the kitchen.
Inside Cocoon, lime-washed plywood and floor to ceiling glass create a beachy drift-wood feel that perfectly matches its setting.
A deck at the end of the living area is a great place to hang out and take in the scenery. It also expands the compact living area to make if feel much larger.
Inside, plywood continues the timber theme, giving the home a laid back, care-free aesthetic. Louvres bring back memories of the '60s, but the modern variety are a great way to let in sea-breezes.
The all-timber Mornington Beach House will eventually fade to grey and recede into the surrounding tea-tree scrub. Timber is a traditional building material used for beach houses, but this home shows it's just as relevant as ever.
Pendant lighting and clerestory windows ensures this beach house is well-lit day and night. The natural light during the day helps the home to feel bright and spacious, while at night, the pendant lighting creates intimate pools of light.
Inverloch House was prefabricated to save money and construction time. it was designed as several connected pavilions so that it could be transported to site, but that has the added benefit of making it appear less bulky. More like a collection of smaller shacks rather than one big home.
In the master bedroom, the unusual shape of Cocoon becomes apparent and the bed enjoys a cozy, sculpted space within the curve of the cocoon.
Venus Bay Beach House on Gippsland’s rugged coastline is a second home small enough to stick to the tight budget, but spacious enough to house family and friends for the weekend.