#4 Cowaramup
Project Overview
Tucked away on a private vineyard in Cowaramup, this project was envisioned as a long-term retreat for clients entering a new chapter of life. Designed by Aaron from Resigned Studios, the brief was to create a substantial yet grounded holiday home that supports retirement living, family gatherings, and relaxed entertaining. The home was carefully shaped to respond to the natural contours of the site, gently settling into the landscape and taking in expansive views across the surrounding estate.
SWBC was engaged early through an early contractor involvement structure, allowing the design to evolve with strong technical input, cost clarity, and buildability at the forefront. This early collaboration helped ensure the scale, materials, and construction methodology were well resolved before progressing into construction.
Project Highlights
- Early contractor involvement supporting design development and cost clarity
- Rammed earth walls constructed using using traditional South West methods
- Significant rock breaking, with material reused throughout the landscaping
- U-shaped layout creating multiple sheltered living and outdoor zones
- Structural steel framing to large open-plan living areas
- Lightweight timber framing and timber truss roof structure
- Double-glazed windows throughout
- Extensive Pacific teak cladding and decking adding warmth and durability
- Polished concrete floors and high ceilings to living spaces
- Large alfresco and entertaining areas with custom Pacific teak joinery
- Bluestone cladding anchoring key elevations and internal living spaces
- Internal gas fireplace and external open fireplace for year-round use
- Integrated wine cellar responding to the vineyard setting
Our Role
SWBC was engaged early to work closely with the clients alongside the design team, providing technical advice, refining scope, and coordinating with the engineer to inform structural systems, materials, and cost planning. Challenging site conditions, including extensive rock breaking, required careful consideration and coordination from the outset. Through early collaboration and practical build expertise, we supported a smooth transition to construction-ready documentation, ensuring the home was delivered with confidence, clarity, and a strong connection to its setting.
Project Snapshot
- Build Type: Build (Early Contractor Involvement)
