The challenge to provide a holiday home to accommodate three families and also minimise the impact of the building on its prominent beach-front site has been skilfully answered. Separate cedar-clad forms minimise the house’s bulk and provide the required divide between communal and private spaces. Deep recesses on the beach-front façade visually break down the impact of the large areas of glazing and provide privacy, framed views and shading. Thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces well connected to the living areas provide options for outdoor living which fully utilise the site.