The Boatshed

Residential
New Build
2022
Whadjuk
Mullaloo

Photographer
Dion Robeson

Styling
Grace Buckley Creative

Videographer
Chad Gerber

Structural Engineer
Total Structural Consulting

Energy Efficiency Assessor
Northern Aspect Energy Consultants

Building Surveyor
John Massey Group

Modern house with a carport, boat, and palm trees.

Designed to Embrace

The owners of ‘The Boatshed’ approached &Dalecki with a vision for a modest yet modern home that would support their family’s lifestyle, focusing on quality time together and enjoying the outdoors. Prioritising intimate spaces over a large home, they desired a sleek, contemporary coastal aesthetic with functional design and simple materials.

Intertwining indoor and outdoor living, &Dalecki reimagined the layout, creating a ground floor that wraps around the backyard to celebrate family moments. The children's bedrooms open directly onto the yard, blurring boundaries and inviting play.

A thoughtful layout features a designated space for backyard cricket, retaining mature trees while incorporating them into the landscape. Bold black and white surfaces, accented with timber elements, unify the interior and exterior spaces. Large openings throughout the home, along with clerestory and louvre windows, fill the space with natural light and cooling breezes, providing a seamless connection to the outdoors.

The heart of the home is the backyard, central to family life. The oversized carport, designed to house the family’s boat, is a nod to future aspirations for a bigger boat.

Hand-drawn diagram depicting a site plan with labeled zones including "Live," "Boat House," and "Sleep & Play," connected to a green area labeled "Play/Fish/Swim BBQ/Entertain/Connect." Blue wavy lines on the left and a sun symbol with an arrow on the upper right.
Modern house exterior with vertical cladding, large windows, number 49 on the wall, and potted plants in front.
Modern interior with open staircase, perforated metal railing, wooden accents, potted plants, and large window.
Modern interior featuring a staircase with black railing, abstract wall art, a potted monstera plant, a bench with books and sneakers, and a curved wooden partition.
Interior with wooden staircase, abstract painting on wall, monstera plant, black bench, books, green mug, and yellow boots.
Modern kitchen with dark cabinets, wood ceiling, large island with vase and books, abstract art on wall, and window with outdoor view.
Modern interior hallway with wooden ceiling and wall, polished concrete floor, large potted plants, and a framed abstract artwork on a white wall.
Modern kitchen with wooden ceiling, black cabinetry, and a marble countertop. A black vase with greenery, two black stools, and a stack of books are on the counter. A brown dog is lying on the concrete floor.
Modern kitchen with dark cabinets, light countertop, black stools, and a large plant on the island.
Modern bedroom with large windows showing a palm tree view, featuring a cozy bed with gray and mustard bedding, an armchair, and a nightstand with decorative items.
Modern kitchen and dining room with wooden table, black chairs, large island, black cabinetry, abstract wall art, and open sliding glass door.
Modern living room interior with a black wood stove, abstract wall art, and a black lounge chair. A round coffee table is on a geometric-patterned rug. Large windows reveal a view of an outdoor dining area and lush greenery.
Modern living room with a gray sofa and patterned pillows, black coffee table with books, black shelving unit with decor and a trailing plant, abstract artwork, and large windows.
Bright, modern bedroom with a large window. A geometric pendant light hangs from the ceiling. The room features a white chest of drawers, potted plants, a blue desk with a wooden chair, and a beige rug with a diamond pattern. A framed picture hangs on the wall above the dresser.
Modern bathroom with dark vertical tile walls, a large circular mirror, wooden vanity with two white vessel sinks, a potted plant, and a patterned rug on the floor.
Minimalist shower head with large round design in modern bathroom with gray tiled walls and dark vertical paneling.
Minimalist shower area with a ceiling-mounted showerhead, dark gray tiles, and a hanging plant.
Modern bathroom with a wooden vanity featuring a round ceramic basin and a large arched mirror. The walls are tiled in gray stone. There is a plant with green leaves on the counter and small decorative items.
Modern outdoor patio with palm trees, a brown dog lying on the grass, and a dining table under a canopy.
Modern two-story house with dark vertical siding, large windows, a wooden fence, plants, and a poolside deck with two bean bag chairs.

From the Owners

Janik’s warm and approachable nature made the process of designing and building our first home smooth and enjoyable. By taking the time to understand our family’s needs, he brought together our ideas into a stunning design that will grow with us. He guided us with professionalism, introduced us to a fantastic builder, and was always available for discussions and advice. Even after construction began, Janik continued to offer valuable insights. Our home exceeded our expectations, and we highly recommend &Dalecki.

Adrian