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Baker Boys Beach House

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Minjerribah / North Stradbroke Island Beach House The intent for Baker Boys Beach House was to be reminiscent of the beach shack vernacular, as it was very typical for the Island in the 60s to 90s. Exploring the qualities of long-term camping, this project intends to overcome the limitations of conventional houses. Sleeping and service facilities are confined in so-called ‘pods’ which are placed beside a central area, which is covered by a light roof. Like camping, this arrangement provides an experience more similar to a shelter, than spending the day inside a house. Located on a very steep slope, the back of the house is anchored to the ground, where it is well connected to the adjoining bushland reserve. The other end of the structure is cantilevered to take full advantage of the sweeping views, while providing covered space for car parking and storage facilities. Awards HOUSES AWARDS 2021 Shortlisted AIA QLD State Awards Commendation AIA Regional Awards Commendation ARCHITIZER A+ Awards Special Mention DRIVENxDESIGN BNE Gold Award Location Stradbroke Island, QLD Timeline 2017 - 2020 Photography: Christopher Frederick Jones

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Baker Boys Beach House, a contemporary interpretation of the classic beach shack, features innovative pod-style sleeping arrangements and stunning cantilevered views, seamlessly integrating with the natural landscape of North Stradbroke Island.

Minjerribah / North Stradbroke Island Beach House

The intent for Baker Boys Beach House was to be reminiscent of the beach shack vernacular, as it was very typical for the Island in the 60s to 90s. Exploring the qualities of long-term camping, this project intends to overcome the limitations of conventional houses. Sleeping and service facilities are confined in so-called ‘pods’ which are placed beside a central area, which is covered by a light roof. Like camping, this arrangement provides an experience more similar to a shelter, than spending the day inside a house.

Located on a very steep slope, the back of the house is anchored to the ground, where it is well connected to the adjoining bushland reserve. The other end of the structure is cantilevered to take full advantage of the sweeping views, while providing covered space for car parking and storage facilities.

Awards

HOUSES AWARDS 2021 Shortlisted
AIA QLD State Awards Commendation
AIA Regional Awards Commendation
ARCHITIZER A+ Awards Special Mention
DRIVENxDESIGN BNE Gold Award

Location
Stradbroke Island, QLD

Timeline
2017 - 2020

Photography: Christopher Frederick Jones

24.5K416h 39m

Infuenced by local campsites – where cooking, gathering and sleeping zones are united under a large tarpaulin – Baker Boys Beach House incorporates essential functionality in a compact footprint.The elegant butterfly roof acts as the ‘tarp’, emphasising t

The local Jandai word Moongalba, or “sitting down place”, beautifully describes the simplicity of spending time here.

Due to the island location the client and us opted for a pre-manufactured structural steel skeleton that was transported for installation and bolting together onsite. Dilligent coordination between the builder, then engineers and REFRESH* Architecture was

The outdoor bath is tucked away yet has the perfect outlook to the bush while the integrated fire place allows for gatherings secluded from the wind with distant ocean views

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“Refresh provided us with an amazing service. We had never built before and found it very reassuring to have such competent and skilled professionals guide us through the process. We engaged Erhard and Monika before we bought the property to seek their views on its potential. They worked with us through the design phase to bring to life our ideas. The process was very smooth thanks to Erhard‘s drafting of the DA documents and liaison with council and the certifiers. Erhard monitored the construction phase and was quick to sort out any problems. When difficulties arose with contractors Erhard was fantastic at providing solutions in a calm and professional manner. We always felt very supported by Erhard and Monika. They were accessible throughout the process and their advice often saved us from making mistakes and costing us money. We love the finished product - the studio really has a ‚wow‘ factor.”

Dan & Trish M.