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Contemporary multi-level residential building with minimalist geometric design, featuring a cantilevered upper floor with vertical timber slats, textured white stone boundary wall, and integrated garage gate; two people and a small white dog walk on the sidewalk in the foreground, with modern high-rise buildings in the background under a clear blue sky.


Mermaid House 419
House


Location |  Mermaid Beach, Queensland
Client | Confidential
Photographer | Andy Macpherson
Services | Architecture, Interior Design, Design, Documentation
Set across three levels, the Mermaid Beachfront House is a refined expression of coastal luxury, balancing bold architectural form with climate-resilient design. Its exterior features stacked horizontal planes, natural timber battens, and textured blockwork walls that lend warmth, tactile rhythm, and coastal durability to the façade. Deep terraces frame sweeping ocean views while seamlessly extending the living spaces outward.

Inside, the residence maintains a calm, grounded atmosphere anchored by a sophisticated palette of natural stone, warm timber, and soft neutral tones. The architecture actively responds to its environment through deep eaves, operable screens, and high-level glazing, which work together to maximize natural daylight and passive sea breezes while shielding the interior from harsh Queensland sunlight and neighboring sightlines.

Integrated subtropical landscaping softens the building’s crisp modern lines, surrounding the home with lush flora. By blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living, the design delivers a serene coastal sanctuary crafted for everyday comfort.




Angled street view of a contemporary coastal residence with a cantilevered facade, vertical timber louvers, black cladding panels, and cascading green vegetation from upper balconies. The building features a textured stone boundary wall, minimal landscaping, and a clean, rectilinear form under a flat roof, situated on a gently sloping road. Keywords: modern coastal architecture, cantilevered home design, timber louver facade, green wall balcony, architectural elevation, luxury house on slope, minimalist exterior, tropical landscaping.
Front-facing view of a modern multi-story residential building with vertical timber slats, cascading greenery from balconies, and a light stone boundary wall labeled "215 Hedges." A palm tree partially obscures the facade, while a cyclist and two pedestrians move along the sidewalk in the foreground, creating a lively urban atmosphere. Keywords: vertical garden architecture, modern beachside home, timber screen design, lush balcony planting, tropical residential facade, 215 Hedges, pedestrian and bike-friendly streetscape, luxury Gold Coast residence.

A modern kitchen with an expansive ocean view visible through large glass windows.

A modern kitchen and living room featuring a large window that allows natural light to fill the space.

A stylish living room showcasing a large artwork on the wall, enhancing the modern decor.

Luxury modern bathroom featuring a freestanding marble bathtub, marble vanity, floor-to-ceiling sheer curtains, and minimalist fixtures, with natural light creating an elegant and serene atmosphere.