ILUKA HOUSE
AWARD WINNING WATERFRONT RESIDENCE BY ALEXANDER & Co.
Rarely does a home embody perfection so effortlessly, but this beachfront haven does just that. Positioned on the coveted shores of Sandy Beach, Palm Beach, this breathtaking waterfront residence – designed by acclaimed Sydney firm Alexander & Co. and featured in multiple publications worldwide – it is a masterclass in understated luxury and coastal sophistication.
Originally a modest 1980s beach bungalow, ‘Palm Beach House’ has been reimagined into a serene and elegant retreat. Alexander & Co.’s transformation honours its idyllic setting, with expansive glazing and open-plan living that blur the boundaries between indoors and out. Every space is thoughtfully oriented to capture sweeping views across Pittwater, Kuringai Chase National Park, and Lion Island, inviting in natural light and the gentle sea breeze. The design celebrates seamless indoor-outdoor living, ideal for entertaining or quiet reflection, with a beautifully landscaped garden, multiple alfresco zones, and fluid transitions between spaces.
“A family coastal retreat with restrained European vernacular & architectural framing, celebrating handmade craftsmanship, bespoke detailing and careful spatial planning” ”
Beyond the pristine surroundings, the sense of awe continues throughout the interiors. Inside, the design is a study in balance – feminine, European-inspired touches like steel-framed windows and brass accents are thoughtfully paired with natural materials and a muted palette that reflects the Australian coastal vernacular. Every detail is bespoke and intentional, from artisan lighting and custom joinery to tactile finishes that lend warmth and character, creating spaces that feel both refined and effortlessly lived in.
Alexander & Co. have elevated this Palm Beach residence into one of Sydney’s most desirable homes – an exquisite waterfront sanctuary in one of the Northern Beaches’ most exclusive enclaves, where every day truly does feel like a holiday.
‘Fittings, finishes, lighting and claddings all express an artisan reference point, burnished in brass and open-grained timbers allow the home to be both new and established simultaneously.’
- Alexander & Co.
Beyond the pristine surroundings, the sense of awe continues throughout the interiors. Inside, the design is a study in balance – feminine, European-inspired touches like steel-framed windows and brass accents are thoughtfully paired with natural materials and a muted palette that reflects the Australian coastal vernacular. Every detail is bespoke and intentional, from artisan lighting and custom joinery to tactile finishes that lend warmth and character, creating spaces that feel both refined and effortlessly lived in.
Alexander & Co. have elevated this Palm Beach residence into one of Sydney’s most desirable homes – an exquisite waterfront sanctuary in one of the Northern Beaches’ most exclusive enclaves, where every day truly does feel like a holiday.
Awards
2016 Australian Interior Design Awards (AIDA) Residential Design - shortlist
2017 Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) Single Residential - shortlist
2017 Interior Design’s Best Of Year (BOY) Awards Beach House - shortlist
2017 The International Design & Architecture Awards Luxury Residence - shortlist
2017 The International Design & Architecture Awards Global Beach House - WINNER
2018 Australian Interior Design Awards (AIDA)Shortlist Residential Category
2018 Belle Coco Republic Interior Design Awards Best Residential Interior - WINNER
“An ode to restraint and refinement, this Palm Beach residence moves beyond architecture, this is a feeling — and the art of living beautifully by the shore.””
