The clients favouring a ‘Hamptons’ style, with an Australian native twist. Muted eucalyptus greens, warm terracotta, natural oak and warm whites set the colour scheme. We adopted the term ‘Australian Hamptons’ style for this project. The 15-year-old beach house was overdue for a renovation, especially with the new arrival of a 12th Grandchild. The clients requested a multi-purpose space for one to curl up and read a book or for the Grandkids to sit on the carpet and solve a puzzle together. As this space is opposite the front door, it’s a place to pause and take in the view.

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We drew so much inspiration from the scenery surrounding this Mount Martha home. From the deep sand colours of the Mount Martha Cliffs to the rusty rock, muted green landscape and the endless blue of the ocean & sky. Terracotta acts as a grounding anchor to reference the original terracotta roof. What was a serendipity moment was when the olive colour was selected for the joinery and unbeknownst, the clients Granddaughter was only born that week and given the name Olive. We felt this was a sign to continue down the Olive path of in the joinery which is such a soothing colour.

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A Coastal Dream Home in Mt Martha · More Info

A Coastal Dream Home in Mt Martha · More Info

This room was an out dated dining room that wasn’t functioning well with the kitchen. The clients wished for a space to relax, read, play games and soak in the view. We have called this room the intellectual brain of the house, otherwise known as the Library. Custom joinery was installed on one wall to house books and accessories while the cupboards hide board games and puzzles. We wrapped a benchseat around the window for built in seating, installed a wall sconce and custom made the upholstery & furniture to suit the new setting. The view is the focal point from the entry glass doors opposite the room.

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The custom made bench seats are a heavy-duty outdoor velvet called South Beach Sand. The custom-made cushions are also outdoor fabrics – Catherine Martin Tropicalia Filver, Mokum Mian Bronze and Mokum South Beach Kelp.

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We are in awe of the final results and so are our beautiful clients: ‘Our family has tested the beach house and it’s a resounding success. The home can be a hostess to multiple family members, yet the cosy nooks are inviting to contemplate, read or relax after a day at the beach.’

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Check out the entire project here!