Status

ACTIVE

View Finder 69 Orient Drive, Sunrise Beach, QLD, 4567 Australia

$2,100,000

Type Single-family Style 2 Story Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 Bathrooms-Partial 1 Parking 2

Just a few metres from the sand this spectacular residence built takes inspiration from the wraparound panorama of unrestricted ocean & beach views.  Vast expanses of sky and water are simply framed by full height stacker doors that meld internal & external areas & almost double the living areas on both levels.  Verandahs span the breadth of the home offering a variety of vantage points to follow the path of  migratory whales just a few hundred metres from the shore, entertain friends or enjoy magnificent sunsets over the national park.

Interior Features	Within, timber & glass form a rich interior dialogue, the pared-down décor & limited palette of colour fashion a simple sophistication, deep overhangs provide shade & shelter from the sun & strong coastal breezes; angled blades of the aluminium louvres direct light, airflow & cross ventilation. Vast expanses of sky and water are simply framed by full height stacker doors that meld internal & external areas & almost double the living areas on both levels.   To maximise views and the light, the main bedroom, kitchen & living areas are on the first floor.  At one end of the open plan space is the kitchen.  Positioned between 2 decks it takes full advantage of the ocean views & natural light.  A wide island bench takes centre stage; beyond are the sparkling ocean, evergreen parkland & views of the townships scattered along the coastline from Castaways Beach to Coolum & Mooloolabah
Exterior Features	A discreet minimal façade to the street opens to a suspended concrete walkway above an open central courtyard- the first point of contact with the sparkling azure beyond.   Mirroring the building’s bold lines is the solid trough-like design of a water feature in the courtyard below. Concrete stone & wood are used without unnecessary ornamentation or ostentation to create a home that’s high on relaxation & low on maintenance.
Additional Features and Amenities	Accessed by either an exterior or interior staircase is a separate living area – a large, gallery-like space complete with kitchenette, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms all with access to the sun-filled garden court. Should the weather turn this courtyard is a warm, sheltered haven. Zoned off by tall doors from this larger living area is a flexible room that opens to a paved court at one end & to the extensive deck & coastal dunes beyond.  When closed this area becomes a generous ensuite bedroom.  When open it merges with the open living room to form an extensive entertaining area.  Here too louvres draw in cool sea breezes & sliding doors open to the deep verandah decks & the tropical appeal of tall Pandanus palms, coastal grasses & sand. In keeping with the home’s casual summer attitude and the bare, sandy feet that come and go throughout the day sturdy honey-hued timber floors and hardwearing tiles were selected for their simplicity and casual appeal.