Undies Beach House by Meaghan White Architect

Designed by architect Meaghan White, Undies Beach House is the realisation of a vision to bring a practical yet fun family coastal home to life. Crafted with intention, the residence embraces its vantage point towards the neighbouring park and harnesses natural light at every turn. Robust materials, sculptural curves, and a colourful yet refined palette plays out against a crisp white backdrop — effortless, striking, and undeniably considered.

SPOTLIGHT

/ Designed by architect, Meaghan White
/ Completed in 2024 a built by Mitchell Custom Homes
/ Named after the local “Undies” surf break
/ 529 sqm block
/ Absolute park side location next to Peet Fyfe Reserve
/ Adam Goodrum Kite Breeze wall
/ Burnished concrete floors to ground and oak floors to first floor
/ High ceilings throughout
/ Custom and commercial grade windows and doors throughout
/ Floor-to-ceiling museum mosaic tiles to all bathrooms
/ Custom made cabinetry throughout
/ Abundant built-in storage
/ Liebherr integrated fridge, Miele dishwasher, Smeg oven and induction cooktop
/ Verde Alpi Porcelain bench tops and custom made island bench to kitchen
/ Gareth Ashton tapware to bathrooms
/ Villeroy & Boch toilets and sinks
/ Engineered stone benchtops to bathrooms and laundry
/ Ebb and Flow handmade lights in bathrooms
/ Dancing Pendant Lamp by Audo Copenhagen to dining and Kartell Big Fly to staircase
/ Coco Flip wall sconces to main bedroom
/ Masson for Light wall sconces
/ Daikin ducted and zoned air-conditioning (Four systems)
/ Solar panels
/ Reticulation to landscaped gardens
/ Audio visual intercom to front gate
/ Quiet cul-de-sac location in South Trigg
/ Trigg and Scarborough beaches only a 10 minute walk away
/ St Mary’s Anglican Girls’ School only minutes away

With a design brief that called for a fun, yet practical family home, Undies Beach House provides an effortless coastal residence, perched on the fringe of Peet Fyfe Reserve. Surrounded by nature and bathed in natural light, Undies Beach House provides a modernist inspired home that’s maximised for day-to-day living.

From the street, it’s clear — this is no ordinary home. A custom gold arched gate hints at the individuality within, and bordered by an Adam Goodrum-designed Kite Breeze wall. A sculptural outdoor fireplace anchors the garden with quiet confidence and sets the tone for a home that’s anything but conventional. The length of the residence draws in uninterrupted views of the majestic Norfolk Pines and the ever evolving dance of local wildlife.

Stepping into the home, burnished concrete floors and high ceilings create a sense of volume. Full of light, a round window captures the northern sun, whilst floor-to-ceiling glazing runs the length of the living area. Feeling evidently connected to nature, the residence is restful and quiet, offering a sanctuary away from the vibrancy of the local area. A feature oak staircase punctuates the living and dining area, offering built-in storage that seamlessly blends into the kitchen.

The kitchen is layered with Verde Alpi porcelain to the benchtops and splashback, while custom made 2-pac joinery offers abundant storage. High quality appliances include a Liebherr integrated fridge, Miele dishwasher and Smeg oven and induction cooktop. Offering wonderful practicality, a “drop zone” hidden behind the kitchen and in-between the garage provides a place of utility. A considered laundry further offers plentiful storage and space for all the family’s needs.

The open plan living and dining area sits at the heart of the home. With architectural lighting integrated throughout, the dining area features a Dancing Pendant by Audo Copenhagen and track lighting. Aeratron ceiling fans to living spaces and louvered windows throughout, support healthy cross-flow ventilation and internal comfort, working alongside ducted and zoned reverse-cycle air-conditioning.

A thoughtful layout on the ground floor provides excellent separation if needed, and facilitates a teenager’s retreat or multi-generational living. A generous bedroom can be converted to a home office where required, whilst a well-equipped rumpus room offers a dedicated media room or second living area for the family. A separate courtyard sits adjacent, which conveniently provides access to the pool for when the children are coming and going. A beautifully appointed bathroom services the ground floor, with deep green floor-to-ceiling tiles and Gareth Ashton tapware.

Upstairs, oak parquetry flooring brings a sense of warmth, complemented by bursts of personality in the colourful Supertuft carpets that line the secondary bedrooms. Each room is thoughtfully appointed with built-in wardrobes and integrated desks, while the generous main suite elevates the everyday with a sumptuous walk-in robe. Every bedroom has been carefully oriented to capture parkland views, with louvred windows welcoming in the coastal breezes.

Continuing with the play of colour, the individually coloured bathrooms feature Villeroy & Boch vanities and toilets, Gareth Ashton tapware, engineered stone bench tops, custom mirrors, hande-made lights by Ebb and Flow and floor-to-ceiling museum mosaic tiles, and the main ensuite is equipped with a free-standing Decina bath.

Outside, there is a direct and deliberate connection with nature. A custom designed 10-metre long gate provides clever access to Peet Fyfe Reserve, whilst offering privacy from within. A round concrete heated pool and a freestanding curved sculptural fireplace continues the architectural language, whilst the custom designed Meaghan White outdoor shower completes your outdoor oasis. A formed concrete bench seat and built-in barbeque activates the space and offers occasional seating, which is complemented by alfresco dining under the retractable striped awning.

Perfectly positioned in the coveted coastal enclave of Trigg, Undies Beach House sits just moments from the shoreline, where morning swims and golden hour strolls are a daily ritual. Tucked away yet effortlessly connected, it’s a location that balances barefoot ease with the buzz of nearby cafes, surf breaks, and scenic coastal trails. At Undies Beach House, the rhythm of beach side living is not just embraced — it’s elevated.

RATES

Council $3,516.29 pa
Water $1,516.04 pa