GB House, Sydney

In 2019 this project was the recipient of the coveted “Wilkinson Award”, the most significant residential architecture prize awarded in the state of NSW. Above the clear blue sea, this house embodies the spirit of seaside living in response to a magical site – endless ocean, rocky headland and the ideal north-east aspect.  The design is discreet in scale, has a quiet focus and layered materiality, and is sensitive to both site and neighbours providing mystery and privacy along one of Sydney’s busiest coastlines. Inside the house slowly unfolds, a veil of perforated brick wraps the façade directing the eye and filtering light. At ground level where the family gathers, the view is strategically angled with walls and openings for privacy and discovery leading through a series of communal, private and cosy spaces. In the master bedroom and bathroom above, this takes shape in a series of concealed lookouts for gazing along the coast. The owners wished to give the interior of their home the same attention and quality as had been given to its architectural shell.  Interior designer Belinda Brown, from Renato D’Ettorre Architects, has created stylish, contemporary design interiors with a relaxing, uncluttered and peaceful atmosphere that adapt harmoniously to the surrounding landscape, embracing its seaside lifestyle. Completed 2018 Awards National AUS Institute of Architecture Awards 2019: Shortlisted Residential Architecture - Houses (New) NSW AUS Institute of Architects Awards 2019: Winner Wilkinson Award for Residential Architecture (New) Think Brick Awards 2019: Winner Horbury Hunt Residential Award Houses Awards 2019: Commendation Residential Architecture Houses (New) Australian Interior Design Awards 2019: Shortlisted New House over 200m2 InsideOut Home of the Year Awards 2019: Winner Best New Home Build + Best Use of Materials | Brick Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) 2019: Winner Single Residential Shortlisted Sustainability Randwick City Council Architecture + Urban Design Awards 2020: Winner Hi-Vis Prize Photography:  Justin Alexander and Mads Mogensen