Gureng Gureng Country
Queensland
Central Queensland
Merinda Sound Beach House captures the essence of luxury beachside living while embracing the raw beauty and resilience of its coastal setting in Agnes Water, Queensland. Nestled within Sunrise Estate, the home navigates both the natural landscape and stringent planning constraints to create an enduring retreat that seamlessly integrates architecture with nature.
Inspired by a sculptural bloodwood tree, the home wraps around a sheltered courtyard while opening to expansive ocean views. A transitional engawa verandah blurs the boundary between indoors and out, creating a space for sandy feet and relaxed living. Hardy, dark-toned exteriors contrast with soft, white interiors, reflecting the region’s bushfire-scarred yet regenerating landscape.
Designed for a multi-generational family, the layout balances privacy and connection, with ocean-facing bedrooms and communal gathering spaces. Merinda Sound House is a refined balance of sustainability, functionality, and aesthetic harmony—an elegant, enduring home immersed in it’s landscape.
The design of Merinda Sound perfectly fits our brief for a family beach house that will provide for our immediate and extended family and serve us not only now but into the future. As a holiday home we wanted something that would be low maintenance and endure the harsh coastal environment while also making the most of the stunning views of the coastline as well as the bush setting. Maytree delivered in every regard on the brief and we are incredibly happy with our home. (Karen Gullo)
The Australian Institute of Architects acknowledges First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands, waters, and skies of the continent now called Australia.
We express our gratitude to their Elders and Knowledge Holders whose wisdom, actions and knowledge have kept culture alive.
We recognise First Nations peoples as the first architects and builders. We appreciate their continuing work on Country from pre-invasion times to contemporary First Nations architects, and respect their rights to continue to care for Country.
