In the tradition of Australian beach holiday houses, Cocoon was built on a tight budget and with simple materials. The unusual shape of the home puts a modern twist on the traditional beach shack.
Cocoon sits amongst the treetops overlooking the forest and the ocean. Its use of simple materials (colorbond steel) belies its complex shape and unique geometry.
The interior of Lorne Hill House is light and bright thanks to white walls, light timber and, of course, plenty of natural light. Views of the surrounding landscape and the ocean are drawn in through large picture windows.
Lorne Hill House uses fibre cement boards, a material common in the Australian beach house vernacular. The grey of the fibre cement combined with timber left to weather and galvanised steel will, over time fade and weather to fit in with the surrounding landscape.
Lorne Hill House is a modern interpretation of the traditional Australian beach shack. It uses fibre cement boards to reference the traditional beach house material and it is placed on the site delicately to preserve existing Gum Trees.
At Venus Bay Beach House a sunken lounge creates an intimate and informal relaxation zone. And when the bright red curtain is open, views of tea-tree scrub takes over.
Inside the Venus Bay Beach House, the materials palette is light and airy, with woodgrain and light walls the focus.