Studies in context, materiality and plan, reflective of human behaviour.

Honey House

Location:Bunurong (Mount Martha)
Category:Residential
Year:2025
Team:Jessica Corbett, Jason Pitts, Qutaibah Al-Atafi
Photography:Timothy Kaye

Honey House, a thoughtful culmination to a journey shaped by place, materiality, and intent. Like its three sibling homes, Honey House draws inspiration from the rich tradition of Mt. Martha beach houses. The material palette balances robust masonry—selected for its durability and inherent thermal mass—with classic weatherboards that echo the prevailing vernacular of the area. The floor plan has been carefully composed to respond to the site’s constraints, delineating functional zones with clarity while optimising natural light and enhancing the thermal performance of the blockwork. Internally, the home evokes a profound sense of calm. A strong masonry spine anchors the interiors, softened by warm timber accents and a palette of neutral, earthy tones that ground the spaces in comfort and simplicity.