Archive // Casa Crisp

A compact beach house reimagined for modern family living in Warriewood

Tucked away on a tight 180sqm battle-axe lot near Warriewood Beach on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, Casa Crisptransforms a modest 1.5-bedroom cottage into a light-filled, environmentally responsive home for a family of six.

The design retains the original brick base—painted white for thermal performance—and adds a rectilinear Blackbutt timber volume above. This new level increases floor space to 140sqm, accommodating two extra bedrooms and bathrooms within a compact, efficient footprint.

Externally, the locally sourced Blackbutt cladding forms a continuous, ventilated rain screen that reduces heat gain and anchors the home in its coastal context. Ground-floor windows are also timber-framed, while upper levels use white aluminium for low-maintenance, heat-reflective performance.

Internally, passive design principles drive comfort. High-level operable windows create a natural stack effect for cooling, while adjustable louvres and awnings allow the home to respond to seasonal conditions. There’s no artificial heating or cooling—just smart environmental thinking.

A “timber on white” palette flows inside, where oak floors, concrete, and white walls set a calm, tactile tone. Every space is carefully considered to maximise light, airflow, and family connection—even on a small site surrounded by eight neighbouring dwellings.

With smart planning and honest materials, Casa Crisp offers a refined model for sustainable coastal living on the Northern Beaches.