Art Deco Inspired Family Home Adelaide
Architect-designed home blending timeless elegance with modern family living
This striking double-storey residence is a refined example of contemporary family living inspired by Art Deco architecture and modern French Provincial detailing. Designed with both everyday life and future adaptability in mind, the home blends strong linear forms with elegant material selections to create a timeless yet forward-looking design.
Geometry and grandeur
The commanding façade features bold vertical emphasis and geometric articulation, a nod to classic Art Deco lines, brought to life through Hebel and rendered brickwork. Feature stone cladding in a French pattern adds texture and European character, enhanced by architectural Art Deco detailing that continues throughout the façade and interior finishes. Recessed black-framed windows offer rhythmic balance and contrast.
A dramatic entrance portico with oversized columns and decorative shadow lines anchors the frontage, flanked by minimalist lantern-style lighting. The skilful composition masks a triangular allotment, maximising the usable footprint and creating a generous, functional entertaining area for the family while delivering strong street appeal.
Entertainer’s kitchen and open-plan living
At the heart of the home lies a beautifully appointed kitchen, where a supersized island bench takes centre stage beneath a custom 8-light linear pendant. Pale grey cabinetry with fluted details and brushed brass handles adds a subtle glamour, complemented by a full-height marble-look splashback and polished stone benchtops. Integrated wine storage and generous pantry zones strongly focus on entertaining and everyday functions.
The kitchen flows seamlessly into the expansive dining and living zones, unified by terrazzo-style flooring and high ceilings. A raked ceiling with clerestory windows enhances natural light, and full-height stacking doors connect the space to the alfresco and pool area, blurring the line between indoor and outdoor living.
Thoughtful zoning and future-proof layout
The design intentionally locates the main bedroom and bathrooms on the ground floor, prioritising accessibility and long-term comfort. The master suite features refined finishes, including full-height tilework in soft greys, custom joinery with fluted ceramic basins, and brass wall-mounted tapware for a sculptural touch.
Upstairs, a guest wing and teenage retreat create a private zone for older children or visiting family. The second storey echoes the same palette and finishes, delivering a cohesive interior experience across both levels.
Bathrooms that elevate everyday ritual
Each bathroom is designed as a sanctuary, layered with texture and tonal harmony. Wall tiles in vertical stacks offer subtle movement, while softly curved mirrors and wall sconces provide ambient lighting. A standout feature is the curved freestanding bath, nestled alongside a ribbed glass shower screen, creating a sense of separation without sacrificing openness.
Utility meets style
Even the utility zones are carefully considered. A functional laundry and mudroom combination includes built-in timber seating, overhead cabinetry, and vertical panelling that mirrors the joinery in the main living spaces ensuring no design detail is overlooked.
A cohesive design vision
From its architectural form to its refined finishes, this home delivers a cohesive and luxurious interpretation of Art Deco influence, reimagined for modern family life. It is a testament to thoughtful planning, fine craftsmanship, and timeless design principles resulting in a residence that is as practical as beautiful.