The beauty of less.
Inside a Coastal Family Home Rooted in Simplicity
What does minimalism look like when translated to a coastal family home? On a steep site in Sorrento, on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, Block Architecture Studio designed a light-filled dwelling that sits quietly within its coastal bush surrounds.
A restrained palette of timber, stone and bagged brick brings warmth and a sense of permanence to the home. Organised around two axes, the plan separates private spaces, including bedrooms, bathrooms, and a home office, from the open living areas. Faced with the challenge of a south-facing site, skylights, courtyards, and full-height glazing draw natural light deep inside, creating a constant connection to the landscape.
Designed for a growing family that loves to entertain, the house offers spaces to retreat and to gather, balancing simplicity with generosity. It is a coastal home attuned to its landscape and its people.
