A spectacular mansion on the banks of the picturesque Noosa River regularly delights tourists and locals alike with its awe-inspiring facade and resort-style style.
And now the owner and designer of the breathtaking property has shared the inspiration behind it and offered a glimpse behind the sparkling doors.
Located on the sparkling river in Noosaville, Queensland, the ‘ONE W’ house is the brainchild of architect Paul Clout who lives there with his wife.
“We wanted the house to have a modern, streamlined look without losing the character, warmth and tropical feel that suits the location,” he told FEMAIL.
The main living area is designed as if it were floating above the water, taking full advantage of the views through ceiling-high windows.
On the edge of the glittering Noosa River sits a dreamy mansion with a Mediterranean-style rooftop pool and ultra-chic, earthy decor
‘ONE W’ home overlooks the sparkling river in Noosaville in tropical Queensland and was designed by architect Paul Clout who lives there with his wife
Two daybeds appear as if they are floating in the center of the blue-tiled, glass-edged pool, while Mediterranean-style arches give the space a Tuscan feel
The main living area is positioned as if floating above the glistening water, taking full advantage of the views through ceiling-to-ceiling windows that open back to blend the interior with the outdoors.
Sheer curtains billow in the wind and, when drawn, create a heavenly soft light to complement the home’s minimalist color palette and earthy textures.
There is a symphony of natural textures – from the cobblestone sandstone accent walls to the smooth wooden floors and ceilings. Marbled benches and splashbacks in the kitchen also combine to add a touch of quiet luxury.
The sleek kitchen is a home cook’s dream, with a secret butler’s pantry, luxurious gold hardware and a breakfast bar at the end of the stone island bench.
A round skylight further illuminates the space and offers a playful view of the bottom of the pool at roof level.
Two daybeds appear as if they are floating in the center of the blue-tiled, glass-edged pool, while Mediterranean-inspired arches give the space a Tuscan feel.
The top floor also features an entertainer’s terrace with a built-in barbecue kitchen. Inside there is a marbled stone bar with beer taps and a home gym.
The upper level also includes an entertainer’s terrace with a built-in barbecue kitchen, while inside there is a marbled stone bar with beer tap and a home gym.
A circular skylight further illuminates the space and provides a playful view through the bottom of the breathtaking rooftop pool
The opulent master bedroom has an open-plan bathroom with a freestanding, ribbed bath with a rustic stone wall and a hidden curved shower corner decorated with Japanese finger tiles.
The sleek kitchen is a home cook’s dream, with a secret butler’s pantry, luxurious gold hardware and a breakfast bar at the end of the stone island bench
An open staircase connects each floor to a pebble garden with fan ferns at the bottom, creating an internal jungle and breathing life into the house.
The opulent master bedroom has an open-plan bathroom with a freestanding ribbed bath and a hidden curved shower corner decorated with Japanese finger tiles.
Downstairs there is a light-filled second lounge with its own built-in bar and access to a wrap-around veranda, shaded by hanging vines that hang down from the second floor.
Paul said the biggest challenge in the design and construction was maximizing space on the small, narrow block on which the house sits.
Downstairs there is also a light-filled second lounge with its own built-in bar and access to a wrap-around veranda, shaded by the vines that cascade down from the second floor, creating a green curtain.
An open staircase connects each floor to a pebble garden with fan ferns at the bottom, creating an internal jungle and breathing life into the house
There is a symphony of natural textures, from the cobbled sandstone accent walls to the smooth wooden floors and ceilings and the marbled benches and backsplashes in the kitchen, all working together to add a touch of simple luxury.
Designer Paul said his favorite part of the house is the dreamy roof with the gym, pool and outdoor lounge and dining room overlooking the beautiful river
“We had to distribute the living spaces across the three levels to achieve the spaces we needed that would also maximize the views,” he explained.
“It’s kind of like living in reverse, because we go up instead of down for our entertainment and outdoor living.”
Paul said his favorite part of the house is the dreamy rooftop with the gym, pool and outdoor lounge and dining room overlooking the beautiful river.
‘The house was designed mainly for my wife and me, the house had to be a place for us to live and enjoy with a relaxed yet understated feel, so when we were alone in the house it didn’t feel too big,’ he says. said.
“We also wanted our children and various guests to be able to come and stay whenever they wanted, so we also had to create spaces to accommodate them comfortably.”