Conceived by MA+Co Architects and shortlisted in the 2022 Victorian Architecture Awards, this striking coastal residence is a masterwork of restraint and presence, capturing panoramic rural and sea views. Set on just under half an acre (approx), its robust steel and concrete form sits lightly within its natural surroundings, the exquisite landscape design by Amanda Oliver Gardens softens the home’s striking geometry with native beauty, resulting in architecture that feels both permanent and poetic.
The main living domain, dining area, and kitchen are elevated to the first floor, revealing a sweeping panorama of Bass Strait and the rolling rural landscape. Full-height glazing reveals an expansive covered alfresco terrace that extends the living space outward, blurring the boundary between indoor and outdoor living, while the kitchen embodies function and authenticity, featuring a dual-fuel AGA stove amidst a palette that complements the home’s dark, textural tonality.
Accommodation is serene and thoughtfully arranged. The primary suite offers a walk-in robe and ensuite that mirror the home’s refined aesthetic. A central bathroom services additional bedrooms, and a peaceful living room on the ground level offers guests a quiet retreat.
Every detail has been considered for comfort and sustainability — from solar passive orientation and double glazing to cross ventilation that enhances the natural flow of air and light. Herschel infrared heating panels ensure year-round comfort alongside ceiling fans, split system climate control, and a combustion fireplace.
Underscoring the home’s design intelligence, additional practical features include a dumbwaiter near the entry and provisions for an inclinator in the stairwell, which enhance accessibility. There’s also a study with breathtaking views, a laundry, storage room, shed, and tandem carport, plus irrigated gardens, mains, and tank water, all located within minutes of Flinders Village and just over an hour from Melbourne.
