Moffat Beach House: A Contemporary Coastal Response

Moffat Beach House

Completed 2025

Design: Brammer Architects Build: Seiler & Yates Building Contractors Structural Engineering: Structures Engineering Design Landscape Design: Coco-Dash

Occupying a prominent beachfront site adjacent to the Moffat Beach café strip and parklands, Moffat Beach House responds to one of the Sunshine Coast’s most iconic coastal settings with a bold yet refined architectural presence.

The design embraces its highly visible location, presenting a strong architectural form that both acknowledges and enhances the character of the beachfront streetscape. A carefully composed arrangement of vertical blades, horizontal battening and a striking 7.5-metre-long sun hood provides privacy, sun control and weather protection, while contributing to a layered, contemporary aesthetic that is distinctly coastal.

The building’s form is anchored by a generous gable roof spanning the full width of the site. Glazing at both ends of the gable draws in abundant natural light, creating a bright, airy interior that feels open to its surroundings. This sense of warmth and calm is reinforced through the use of natural material palettes, including exposed timber rafters and recycled hardwood ceiling linings, whose tones and textures bring depth and tactility to the spaces within.

At night, the architectural form is softly transformed through carefully considered uplighting. The illuminated gable and timber elements give the home a warm, lantern-like presence, enhancing both the dwelling and the streetscape after dark.

Functionally, the home has been planned to prioritise amenity, outlook and engagement with its beachfront setting. The garage is discreetly located to the rear of the site via a side driveway, allowing the front of the house to open to the street and landscape. This strategy creates a north-facing front yard and lower-level rumpus oriented directly towards the beach, maximising views, sunlight and connection to the coastal environment. By pulling the garage back from the street, the house aligns with and reinforces the pedestrian-friendly nature of the neighbourhood, contributing positively to the public realm.

Moffat Beach House is a considered response to place — balancing bold architectural expression with climatic performance, material warmth and a strong connection to coastal life.

Project Completion: Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School, Toowoomba

Brammer Architects is proud to announce the successful completion of an exciting project at Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School, Toowoomba. This transformative development includes a new Administration Building, beautifully refurbished classrooms, and thoughtfully designed outdoor learning spaces.

Education plays a pivotal role in shaping communities, and it’s been a privilege to collaborate with the school to enhance its facilities and create spaces that inspire connection, learning, and growth.

Key Features of the Project

1. New Administration Building
At the heart of the school, the new Administration Building has been designed as a welcoming hub for staff, students, and visitors. Its modern, functional design provides a space that is not only efficient but also fosters a sense of community.

2. Classroom Refurbishments
The upgraded classrooms bring a fresh, contemporary feel to the learning spaces. By focusing on functionality and comfort, we’ve created environments that encourage creativity, focus, and collaboration.

3. Outdoor Learning Spaces
Learning isn’t confined to the classroom. The new outdoor spaces connect students to their natural surroundings, offering unique opportunities for exploration, collaboration, and play. These areas are designed to inspire curiosity and create a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor learning.

A Collaborative Approach

Working closely with the school community was key to delivering a project that reflects their values and aspirations. The result is a campus that not only serves its practical needs but also enriches the overall school experience for students, teachers, and parents alike.

At Brammer Architects, we are passionate about creating spaces that support education and foster a sense of belonging. The Our Lady of Lourdes project is a wonderful example of the impact thoughtful design can have on a community.

See the Transformation

Visit our Projects page or follow us on social media to explore more photos and details from this exciting development.

We extend our gratitude to the Our Lady of Lourdes School community for trusting us with this important project.

Looking to enhance your school or community space? Contact Brammer Architects to see how we can help bring your vision to life.