Gold Coast Modern Beachside New Build Duplex

Gold Coast Modern Beachside New Build Duplex (Built 2023)

Owner’s Dream

The vision: transform a small block of land, within a 10-minute walk of the beach, into two elegant townhouses. The objective was to meticulously design for modern living and to retain value. Furthermore, focusing on maximising space, light, and comfort was essential. The client sought a sanctuary where sophisticated design meets practicality, with each unit embodying a timeless appeal.

Site Condition

We faced challenges due to the site’s condition – a compact plot with under 15m of frontage and regulations that bound us. As a result, we had to innovate within constraints, leveraging every inch of available space to its fullest potential. Additionally, the site was situated below flight paths, which had to be satisfied for approvals and user comfort. We incorporated sound-insulating features while prioritising privacy, security, and seamless integration with the surrounding private spaces and open skies.

Architectural Designer Solution

Drawing inspiration from the client’s brief and the site’s context, our architectural solution marries form and function. We merged contemporary design elements with timeless charm, ensuring each townhouse feels like a cohesive whole. Leveraging strategic spatial planning and visual flow, we crafted interiors that borrowed space from beyond their footprint, creating a sense of expansiveness and connection with the outdoors.

Despite the narrow lot, we detail-designed built-ins that allowed the spaces to be functional, while still being compact. Collaborating with a trusted builder, we brought the vision to life, ensuring quality craftsmanship and attention to detail at every turn. From the inviting upper floor, boasting spacious alfresco and living areas, to the practicality of the ground floor with its secure carport and storage provisions, each aspect of the design speaks to the client’s desires for comfort, convenience, security, and class. With unique finishes throughout each unit, future owners are assured of refinement and individuality.

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Client & Partner Testimonials

Renovating our home with the assistance of Placement and their relationship with Phil Maher Builder was essentially a stress free adventure.

PlaceMate worked with us to achieve our dream home. Our home was modernised without losing the charm of a post war cottage.

Our house has become a functional, open & light filled home. Which is now the central family meeting place.

We even discovered that Architects, Engineers and Builders DO get on and work well together.

Even though our budget was small, through the architectural skills and listening skills, PlaceMate turned our needs into the home we wanted.

Beth & John Owners

My favourite real estate agent said “Your renovations are fabulous, I still think you have best designed kitchen“ I must say I agree with her. I do love my little place and my beautiful kitchen makes me happy every day.

Jenny Doust Ashgrove

Jan, you did a fantastic job translating our unformed ideas into a classy home, fulfilling all our requirements. We are most impressed that you were able to design such a unique and spacious home on a small block and yet one that blends in with the ambience of the suburb without being ostentatious. Your choice of building materials was inspired and the design incorporating the high ceiling in the living/dining/kitchen area impresses everyone who sees it. We also appreciated your no-nonsense, straightforward, approach to the whole project. Congratulations on a great job

Lola & Ian Binch Owners

Best use of a steep site

PlaceMate topped the state for best use of a sloping site over $250000 at the Queensland Master Builders Association Housing & Construction Awards. The award was for the design of two contemporary townhouses built on a 500sqm site that dropped 10m from a busy road. All the bedrooms and living areas captured picturesque city views.

Best renovation $250-$500,000

PlaceMate took home the prize at the Queensland Master Builders Association Housing & Construction Awards for the best renovation between $250,000 – $500,000. The winning renovation was a 1910 cast concrete Californian bungalow-style home in Indooroopilly. The design added a new wing and unified alterations undertaken in 50s, 70s and 80s.

Recognised in The Courier-Mail

PlaceMate’s skills were recognised in The Courier-Mail for our transformation of a Shorncliffe residence originally built around 1910.

Registered with Board of Architects Queensland

Registration Number 2457

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