Located in Tasmania, Australia, Lagoon Beach House was designed by Birrelli Architects. Lagoon Beach House while modernist in programme is nonetheless a contemporary shack referencing the Tasmanian shack vernacular. The residence is pragmatically organised around north point, neighbors’, privacy, contour, wind and views.
The main living spaces, main bedroom and study are efficiently planned all on first floor for the comfort of two. Set carefully at a height above ground the main living level captures westerly views over boobyalla, looking westward towards the estuary and Heads. The building blends with nature in a sculptural way, and evokes associations with land art. A fun unpretentious ‘big-room’ connects onto a ‘town-square’ courtyard with open fire, smoking oven, bbq, and terraced seating setting the stage for the beachside home and relaxed living.
