i know i know –other beach house.
You expect white couches, blue stripes, maybe a decorative oar situation (why do beach houses always have oars??). But this? That’s what he said absolutely not and it went in a completely different direction – and I’m very much into it.
Because the Bondi Beach Villa with Merchant + Khaw not trying to be “coastal cute”.
He tries to be quiet perfect. And kind of… it is.
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First of all: these windows do A LOT (in a good way)
The moment you see this living room—with its double-height arched windows, soft cream drapes, and palms outside—it’s like:
“Oh…so is rich calm.”
Everything is high, soft and slightly romantic without being dramatic. The curtains are extra long and dimpled (which we love), but they don’t feel heavy. They just filter the light in that dreamy, slightly hazy way that makes everything look expensive.
And then—because this house knows what it’s doing—it combines all that softness with texture: woven rugs, chunky wood, sculpted tables. Nothing is flat. Everything feels simple.
The couch is deep, slouchy, layered with cushions that look like someone is actually using them. Coffee tables are chunky but rounded (so they don’t feel precious). And there is this balance between:
soft + structured
relaxed + planned
Which is VERY hard to get right.
The kitchen is the moment (yes, I gasped)
Let’s just say it:
this marble island gives energy to the main character.
Not your typical white marble. It has this soft green vein that somehow draws in the outdoor greenery without being obvious about it. Which is honestly the smartest move in the whole house.
Because instead of adding color with decor, they leave it the materials do the job.
Also:
- Rounded edges = smoother, more tailored feel
- Pale green stools = slightly vintage, slightly playful
- The plaster hood = quiet but chic
It’s one of those kitchens that doesn’t scream for attention…but completely steals it.
This is how you do “beachy” without being annoying
Here’s the real takeaway:
This house is seaside, but not in a themed way.
No anchors. No lane overload. Not “live laugh beach.”
Instead, you get:
- plaster walls (soft + imperfect = instantly warmer)
- rattan + rush (light, breathable textures)
- muted tones (like everything has faded enough)
- curves everywhere (arches, mirrors, furniture)
It feels like the beach influenced the house… not the style.
Ok but the skirted vanity?? Unexpected and I like it
We need to talk about bathrooms for a moment.
Because suddenly—out of nowhere—they are cloth skirts under the sinks. And instead of feeling old school… it feels cool again.
Especially in this powder blue room:
- monochromatic blue walls + vanity
- brass faucet (low contrast, high impact)
- wavy mirror (hello personality)
It’s slightly playful, slightly retro and somehow still chic.
Fair? This may be the detail that people start copying first.
The bedroom proves that neutrals don’t have to be boring
At first glance this seaside bedroom it’s very calm—creams, sheer, soft textures.
But then you notice:
- the deep brown cover (YES, contrast 👏)
- the striped chairs (quite a design)
- fringe + fabrics (movement, always movement)
It’s a reminder that neutrals only work when you place them right. Otherwise you just get beige soup. And this is definitely not it.
The biggest idea to steal from this house
If I had to sum it up in one sentence:
Don’t decorate more – choose better materials.
That nails this house.
Instead of filling the space with stuff, it relies on:
- texture
- shape
- light
- and some really strong tracks
That’s why you feel calm… but never boring.
Final Thoughts (aka Why This House Works So Well)
This house is not trying to impress you in the first 5 seconds.
It’s the kind of place that gets better the more you look at it – which, let’s be honest, is exactly what has people obsessing over it right now.
It’s soft without being sleepy.
Minimal without being cold.
Coastal without being cliché.
And honestly? This balance is the hardest thing to achieve.
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