The remote location of the property presented some unique challenges when it came to obtaining materials and equipment. All of the swimming pool equipment had to be purchased in Melbourne and then shipped up to Shute Harbour on the coast of mainland Queensland. The equipment then had to be loaded...

The swimming pool and spa needed to combine a relaxed tropical resort ambience with luxury, sophistication, privacy and tranquillity. Located within a ‘Tourism’ planning zone, permission was required from the local council for the proposed curved roof of the house and bold design of the swimming...

The tranquil pool takes on an organic shape that gently arcs towards the view, echoing the architecture of the residence and the soft lines of the beautiful location. Spreading its water in and around the house, the pool is a feature of both the landscape and the home’s interior, with private decks...

Grey marble flooring and timber finishes are used throughout the house and outdoor areas surrounding the pool, perpetuating a borderless connection between inside and out – a feature instigated by the location-appropriate architecture.