HIA-CSR Australian Home of the Year

This contemporary, pavilion-style home blends bold architectural design and functional living. Set across subtle cascading levels on a sprawling acreage, it effortlessly blurs the line between inside and out, enhancing both privacy and connection to the landscape. Its striking aesthetic is defined by raw off-form concrete and black timber cladding, creating a dramatic yet refined façade. Inside, a sophisticated monochromatic palette enhances the transitions between each distinct zone, offering a harmonious balance of texture and tone. Designed for multi-generational living, the home incorporates a fully self-contained studio, multiple alfresco areas, and expansive glazing that frames breathtaking views of the natural surroundings. Judges praised the meticulous craftsmanship, from the precisely tapered roof plate to the innovative use of sustainably sourced timber cladding. Every element has been thoughtfully considered, resulting in a home that is both luxurious and liveable—providing an elegant retreat that remains private from the street but open and inviting from within.

About Sarah Waller Building

Sarah Waller Building is an award-winning design studio based on the Sunshine Coast, specialising in luxury residential design and bespoke architectural homes. The team approach each brief, client, and site an individual and unique opportunity to create an inspired and ground-breaking home.