The classic Australian beach house is the stuff of dreams for many – and the exciting new Seaberg House in Melbourne is putting a contemporary spin on this traditional design. Designed by Kerstin Thompson Architects, the home provides unrivalled views of the ocean and the surrounding area, with a dynamic multi-level layout and combination of communal spaces and detached outbuildings.
Imagined as a cluster of buildings brought together by simple wooden platforms, this modern beach house was shortlisted in the New House over 200m2 category in the recent Houses Awards. The property features a core of living spaces and a single main bedroom, flanked by smaller outhouses which create more private living spaces. This configuration is perfectly suited to a number of residential combinations, from families to small groups.
Perhaps one of the most striking features of the home is the slatted and perforated window screens, which helps to filter the natural light. The scorching Australian sun can turn many homes into uncomfortably warm spaces, and this unique design feature not only helps to manage the temperature of the interior, it also creates visually satisfying patterns across the entire space.
