This residence is located within a prestigious eco-estate, one of several projects undertaken in this exclusive setting. Designed for a family with an active outdoor lifestyle, the home is arranged as two wings centred around a private courtyard, creating a balance between openness to the wider landscape and a strong sense of privacy.

The architectural design establishes a seamless indoor–outdoor flow. Floor-to-ceiling glazing frames views across both the central courtyard and the panoramic landscape beyond. A formal entrance sequence, complete with a water feature, sets the tone of arrival and enhances privacy by distancing the residence from the roadway. A gallery passage connects the building wings, bringing natural light into the interior while enclosing and protecting the courtyard from prevailing summer winds. The courtyard itself is defined by a lap pool and framed by lawn, flagstone paving, and a sculptural specimen tree as a focal point.

The garden design works with the site’s natural slope, minimising cut and fill while creating a landscape that feels grounded in its setting. The planting palette celebrates the region’s biodiversity, with native, water-wise, and low-maintenance species chosen for seasonal interest and ecological value. Trees, succulents, and indigenous shrubs reinforce the interface with the neighbouring nature reserve, supporting habitat connectivity and wildlife movement. Planting has also been tailored to the family’s lifestyle, incorporating bulbs for seasonal display, edible species to support culinary interests, and sensory plantings adjacent to the feature shower that extends into the garden.

This project demonstrates the integration of luxury living with ecological sensitivity, where architectural form, landscape planning, and planting design work together to create a contemporary yet sustainable family estate.

Services provided: Concept design, estate landscape planning, planting design, biodiversity strategy.