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Designed by: Clinton Cole, CplusC Architects + Builders

Photography by: Renata Dominik

Commissioned by a dynamic family of four who have guests stay regularly, this project in Clovelly, Sydney transforms the original dwelling – a modest dilapidated weatherboard fisherman’s cottage purchased as a deceased estate – into a contemporary, multi-level family home.

Top floor living spaces showing kitchen with wood island benchtop.
Top floor living spaces.

The design brief celebrates the stunning coastal views to the north towards North Bondi and south towards Coogee, while blending contemporary Australian living with bespoke architectural detailing.

The project creates a sanctuary for relaxing, socialising, long term family growth and reflects the owners’ love for beachside living where swimming, snorkelling, and entertaining friends are a constant during Sydney’s vibrant summers.

The program is laid out so the social spaces on the top floor make the most of the dual coastal views.

The upper living level takes in two coastal views and the concrete above-ground pool.
The upper living level takes in two coastal views and the concrete pool.

An elevated concrete pool provides an opportunity to cool off during the warmer months while remaining parts of the social spaces capture northern sun all day.

Private spaces, including bedrooms, gym and wine cellar, are located at the ground floors – still bathed in sun through the central courtyard that lets the triple height spiral stair shine.

Elevated and covered bridges suspended over the courtyard encourage the family to take a step outside when moving between spaces.

This project represents a harmonious fusion of several decades of personal family history, coastal lifestyle living, and forward-thinking design – a family retreat that honours its roots while embracing modern luxury.

 

Outdoor living with paved deck and water views.
Outdoor living with water views.

Find more design ideas and inspiration at trendsideas.com

Credit List

Architect
Clinton Cole, CplusC Architects + Builders
Builder
Amicus Homes
Kitchen designer
CplusC Architects + Builders
Kitchen manufacturer
INZ
Interior designer
CplusC Architects + Builders
Landscape
Exterior Landscapes
Pool
Senator Pools
Cladding
Cemintel Barestone prefinished panels
Roof
Colorbond custom orb
Louvre system
Breezeway
Window/door joinery
Windoor
Main flooring
Solid spotted gum, from Precision Floors
Bedroom flooring
Carpetcall
Bathroom tiles
ColorTile and BetterTiles
Wall coverings
Ecotone
Paint
Dulux
General heating
Daikin Ben Rafferty Air
Feature light fittings
Light Up Kingsford
Control systems
KNX Basalte base system
Awards
Trends International Design Awards (TIDA) Homes – Winner

Commissioned by a dynamic family of four who have guests stay regularly, this project in Clovelly, Sydney transforms the original dwelling – a modest dilapidated weatherboard fisherman’s cottage purchased as a deceased estate – into a contemporary, multi-level family home.

Top floor living spaces showing kitchen with wood island benchtop.
Top floor living spaces.

The design brief celebrates the stunning coastal views to the north towards North Bondi and south towards Coogee, while blending contemporary Australian living with bespoke architectural detailing.

The project creates a sanctuary for relaxing, socialising, long term family growth and reflects the owners’ love for beachside living where swimming, snorkelling, and entertaining friends are a constant during Sydney’s vibrant summers.

The program is laid out so the social spaces on the top floor make the most of the dual coastal views.

The upper living level takes in two coastal views and the concrete above-ground pool.
The upper living level takes in two coastal views and the concrete pool.

An elevated concrete pool provides an opportunity to cool off during the warmer months while remaining parts of the social spaces capture northern sun all day.

Private spaces, including bedrooms, gym and wine cellar, are located at the ground floors – still bathed in sun through the central courtyard that lets the triple height spiral stair shine.

Elevated and covered bridges suspended over the courtyard encourage the family to take a step outside when moving between spaces.

This project represents a harmonious fusion of several decades of personal family history, coastal lifestyle living, and forward-thinking design – a family retreat that honours its roots while embracing modern luxury.

 

Outdoor living with paved deck and water views.
Outdoor living with water views.

Find more design ideas and inspiration at trendsideas.com

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Credit List

Architect
Clinton Cole, CplusC Architects + Builders
Builder
Amicus Homes
Kitchen designer
CplusC Architects + Builders
Kitchen manufacturer
INZ
Interior designer
CplusC Architects + Builders
Landscape
Exterior Landscapes
Pool
Senator Pools
Cladding
Cemintel Barestone prefinished panels
Roof
Colorbond custom orb
Louvre system
Breezeway
Window/door joinery
Windoor
Main flooring
Solid spotted gum, from Precision Floors
Bedroom flooring
Carpetcall
Bathroom tiles
ColorTile and BetterTiles
Wall coverings
Ecotone
Paint
Dulux
General heating
Daikin Ben Rafferty Air
Feature light fittings
Light Up Kingsford
Control systems
KNX Basalte base system
Awards
Trends International Design Awards (TIDA) Homes – Winner

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