Beauty Point House

Rooted in Sydney School design principles, Beauty Point House hugs the site and is integrated into its coastal landscape on the shores of Middle Harbour.

The new house is nestled amongst three existing mature trees that have been retained. With a substantial setback from the street, the house is deliberately low in profile.

A series of split-levels step down the site, following its natural topography. The site and its prospect is revealed to the visitor as they move through the house.

A generous courtyard garden at the centre of the house allows for natural daylight deep into the plan. The courtyard also accommodates passive privacy between different zones of the house. The courtyard becomes a sun-dial, tracking time, weather and the sky.

Finishes and materials are inspired by the existing Angophora on the site. Earthy reds, terracotta and slivery grey concrete are all references to the immediate natural surroundings.

Sustainability

The new house is designed with passive solar principles. We minimised the need for excessive excavation on the steep site by working with the existing topography. There are no basement rooms or hidden undercrofts. The budget allowed for robust finishes, fittings and materials. For longevity and a more sustainable outcome.