Munday in the Hamptons, Torquay, Wadawurrung Country

A sanctuary with Hamptons style has been created for a retired couple to enjoy the changing of the seasons and create memories with their children and grandchildren.

This modern coastal home is designed with passive design principles, allowing its occupiers to look inward to a secluded courtyard and outwards across the treetops to the ocean beyond from the comfort of a private upstairs deck protected by existing trees.

"We wanted to create a place of calm and solitude," said architect Jessica Murray. "The layout of this house allows it's occupants to take in the beauty of nature while still having all the comforts of home."

Upstairs bedrooms await the arrival of extended family or guests, nestled within mature trees in the front yard with glimpses of the surf coast ocean just beyond. The joint deck brings a whimsical playfulness to these guest bedrooms, creating an inviting atmosphere for visitors coming over.

A neutral colour palette carries through both indoors and outdoors, giving this home an effortless elegance that will be timeless for years to come.

This modern coastal sanctuary is designed for luxury living at its finest; providing its occupiers with an oasis away from city life where they can relax, unwind and make lasting memories with their family.

Builder: Owner Built

Year Completed: 2021

Project: $500,000-$1 000 000

Photography by Supreme Digital Media

Architecture and Interiors by Cooper & Blake Architecture

Working with Cooper and Blake Architecture was a delight. The whole experience was so positive and we are thrilled with our new home.
Right from our first meeting they listened and took on board our hopes, requirements and ideas of what we wanted to be included in our new home.
Their innovative ideas, knowledge and expertise were essential in designing and planning a space that for us feels relaxed, modern, beautiful and encompasses our coastal lifestyle. Our Hamptons inspired beach home was designed using passive design principles which have proven to work incredibly well. With only minimal use of heating in Winter and minimum cooling needed in Summer, we are enjoying the comfort of our home whilst also pleased to be reducing our carbon footprint.
- Karen, Homeowner
The team were very engaged and always available throughout the construction process, with no question or query too small. We loved working with Cooper and Blake and would definitely recommend them! Thank you for helping us create our dream home.
We were provided a detailed interiors and fixtures client brief in which they noted every aspect to be included in the home. Their cost estimates and projected fees were all set out for us clearly which made the whole process streamlined.
The schedule they provided for external materials, lighting, joinery, colour and texture palette etc, were all so helpful and their taste and knowledge of the latest materials was fantastic. They provided samples of materials for things like surfaces, tiling, carpets and paint colours so we could collaborate and realise our shared vision. Their knowledge and application of planning requirements assisted greatly in this area.
- Rod, Homeowner