Point Nepean House by Pandolfini Architects

Set on the shores of a man-made lake, Point Nepean House has a strong architectural presence. The ambitious project, designed by Pandolfini Architects, gracefully contours with the landscape, creating intimate retreats that draw the eye to the surrounding beauty.

Overlooking the Sorrento golf course, Point Nepean House boasts a large structure that is visually softened by delicate timber cladding. Its composition features an extensive perimeter wall and a clover-shaped form, with curves accentuated by the cladding, alongside internal dividing walls and a series of amenity pods. The perimeter wall gracefully integrates with the landscape, providing shelter from neighbouring views. Behind this wall, the home’s organic structure unfolds, paralleling the lake and echoing the gentle edges of the shoreline.

Many aesthetic elements of Point Nepean House are grounded in practical considerations.

Many aesthetic elements of Point Nepean House are grounded in practical considerations. The fluid curves of the facade creates a deep eave over the north- and west-facing windows, reducing harsh summer sunlight, while the 3.7-metre-high glazing optimises passive solar gain during winter. A restrained material palette of concrete, timber and natural zinc ensures an exterior that will age gracefully with minimal maintenance. Additionally, the internal courtyard invites natural light into the space and promotes cross ventilation throughout the home.

Experientially, Point Nepean House is a study in contrast. The warm-toned timber cladding and light concrete of the exterior give way to a striking black-and-white palette in the lobby. With walls painted black, the space directs attention to a white, circular ceiling and conical skylight, creating a refreshing spatial experience that builds a visual appetite for the design to unfold. In the expansive living area, warm neutrals return with great impact, enhancing the sense of openness and inviting comfort.

Throughout Point Nepean House, Pandolfini Architects emphasises both the delineation of spaces and a connection to the outdoors.

Throughout Point Nepean House, Pandolfini Architects emphasises both the delineation of spaces and a connection to the outdoors. Three distinct areas are defined within the clover-shaped floor plan, each complemented by functional amenity pods. In the primary living space, a series of windows frame the landscape, while the bedrooms – located near the private internal garden – offer open sightlines to nature. Outside, the pool barriers minimise visual disruption, enhancing the view over the infinity edge.

Structurally innovative, Point Nepean House adeptly responds to its sloping site. The meticulous approach of Pandolfini Architects ensures that the residence is seamlessly integrated into the landscape, creating a harmonious relationship with its surroundings.

Architecture and interior design by Pandolfini Architects. Build by Visioneer. Landscape design by Eckersley Garden Architecture.