Designed as a true generational home, a suspended concrete slab construction was a natural choice. It delivers excellent thermal performance, capturing the warmth of the morning sun while the generous rear eave provides protection from the harsh western afternoon heat. The double-brick ground floor not only helps regulate internal temperatures through summer, but also absorbs the energy and noise of three teenage boys with ease.
The suspended slab design also brings the striking, angled front balcony to life, eliminating the need for exposed steel beams or brackets that can deteriorate in coastal conditions. Painted stainless steel balustrade posts, set securely into concrete, ensure longevity for years to come.
Now complete and settling into its surroundings, the home has truly delivered on the client's brief—an achievement recognised with a Master Builders Excellence in Housing Award for Design & Construct. It supports the rhythm of family life while effortlessly accommodating entertaining. The streetscape remains understated yet sophisticated, and over time, this home will only continue to improve with age.
