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Barn House in Randwick, Sydney

The Barn House in Randwick, Sydney, is a refined residential project showcasing the timeless beauty of natural stone in contemporary landscaping and architectural finishes. Designed to complement the home’s bold yet understated form, the selection of premium stone paving and wall cladding creates a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living. From precisely laid stone surfaces to carefully detailed finishes, this project highlights how natural stone elevates residential landscaping with enduring elegance and craftsmanship.

This home by Hatch Architects is both a place of refuge and a place to connect with nature. Sunlight dances across natural timber and stone, connecting indoor and outdoor spaces, while textures and materials evoke a sense of calm, grounding, and timeless simplicity.

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Project by Hatch Architects
Photography Huw Lambert, Andrew Shepard & Andrew Paterson
Place Randwick
Project Type Residential
Builder Built Complete
Category Residential

A contemporary reinterpretation of the traditional barn, Barn House by Mona Hashemi of Hatch Architects is defined by strong form, material restraint and a deliberate relationship between architecture and landscape. Natural stone grounds the home, introducing texture and durability across key exterior spaces.

Guided by Hatch Architects’ philosophy of clarity and material honesty, form and proportion lead, with materials selected for longevity and quiet presence. Built Complete delivers the vision with disciplined craftsmanship and precision.

Defined Arrival

Silhouette Grey Granite cobblestones establish a composed and robust entry sequence. Their refined tonal quality provides visual definition while offering the durability required for daily vehicular use

 

Warm Outdoor Living

Lavarosa Limestone Tumbled was specified for the terrace areas, introducing warmth and subtle texture underfoot. Its softly aged finish enhances liveability while complementing the home’s architectural form.

 

Organic Poolside Expression

Cathedral Crazy Paving surrounds the pool, bringing movement and natural variation to the landscape. The irregular stone pattern softens the outdoor environment while maintaining practicality in a high-use zone.

 

 

Architectural Focal Point

Summit Stone cladding defines the chimney as a sculptural element within the home’s exterior. Its layered texture adds depth and permanence, reinforcing the barn-inspired character of the design.

 

Project Highlights

Natural Stone Landscaping in Randwick, Sydney

Located in Randwick, Sydney, Barn House demonstrates how natural stone can be used to strengthen the relationship between architecture and landscape. Carefully selected materials, including Silhouette Grey Granite cobblestones, Lavarosa Limestone, Cathedral Crazy Paving and Summit Stone wall cladding, create a cohesive palette that balances durability, texture and visual warmth.

From the granite cobblestone arrival sequence and limestone terraces to the pool surrounds and architectural stone cladding, each application has been chosen to support the home’s contemporary barn-inspired design. The result is a residential project where natural stone enhances both functionality and architectural character while creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living.

Sareen Stone supplies natural stone paving, granite cobblestones, wall cladding, pool surrounds and architectural stone products for residential and commercial projects across Sydney and Australia.

Products Used

Lavarosa Limestone tiles showcasing warm natural tones

Lavarosa Limestone

Cathedral Limestone tiles with soft neutral tones used in an elegant interior setting

Cathedral Limestone

Cathedral Limestone Crazy Paving

Summit Stone Wall Cladding installed on a feature wall and garden wall

Summit Stone Wall Cladding

Silhouette Grey Granite Cobblestones laid on driveway and footpath

Silhouette Grey Granite Cobblestones

Silhouette Grey Granite tiles, pavers, and coping for outdoor alfresco and pool areas

Silhouette Grey Granite

FAQs

What natural stone products were used in the Barn House project?

The project features Silhouette Grey Granite cobblestones, Lavarosa Limestone, Cathedral Crazy Paving and Summit Stone wall cladding, each selected to suit a specific architectural or landscape application.

Why were granite cobblestones used for the entry?

Silhouette Grey Granite cobblestones were selected for their durability, refined appearance and suitability for vehicular traffic, helping create a strong and welcoming arrival sequence.

What stone was used around the pool?

Cathedral Crazy Paving was specified for the pool surrounds. Its natural variation and irregular stone pattern introduce texture and movement while maintaining durability and practicality in a high-use outdoor area.

Why was Lavarosa Limestone selected for the terraces?

Lavarosa Limestone was chosen for its warm tones, subtle texture and ability to create comfortable outdoor living spaces that complement the home’s architectural form.

How does natural stone support indoor-outdoor living?

Natural stone helps create continuity between architecture and landscape through consistent materials, textures and finishes, allowing indoor and outdoor spaces to feel more connected.

Is natural stone suitable for residential projects in coastal Sydney suburbs?

Yes. Natural stone performs well in Sydney’s coastal environments and is commonly specified for paving, pool surrounds, wall cladding and landscaping applications due to its durability and timeless appearance.

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Barn House in Randwick, Sydney

TAKE US THROUGH THE INITIAL STAGES WHEN YOU WERE DESIGNING THE HOME.

We were very fortunate to work with the noted Southern Highlands Architect, Martin McGrane, on the creative design and layout of our home. Together with Martin, we created a beautiful, contemporary open plan home to enjoy with our family and friends.  This is our forever home.

Through a friend of ours, we came across an interior designer, and a beautiful outdoor material, the Cathedral Limestone, which we just fell in love with. We worked closely with Peta Daniel, Interior Designer from Daniel Baker Design, based in Sydney.  Which was wonderful, Peta just got us and what we were wanting to achieve in our home and helped us to make it a reality, in the selection of materials and finishes.

 

WERE THERE CERTAIN PEOPLE/PLACES THAT YOU TOOK INSPIRATION FROM WHEN DESIGNING/BUILDING THE HOME?

We were looking for a contemporary design, however, I didn’t want it to be too modern.  Inspired by a property in LA, that my husband came across, which we took some concepts from and added our ideas, and made it our own.

The LA contemporary look and detail leading into the house from the front door was something that we just loved.  Along with having one row of tiles that runs along the inside of the glass sliding doors leading into the living/dining room from the alfresco space was also a unique detail we wanted to include.

WHAT WERE SOME OF THE CHALLENGES YOU FACED THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING PROCESS?

The build started in February 2020, and with all the delays throughout COVID, material delays, supplier issues, constant rain, mud pools, you name it, we had it!  Encountering all the possible elements, it felt like we were living in gumboots most of the time during the build.  It took 3 years to build the property, and 8 months just to get the roof on!

We had a deadline for our home to be finished by, which was our daughters’ wedding, being held in March 2023.

There were delays happening everywhere, including issues and delays with the quarry who were providing the Limestone that was to be used in all the outdoor areas surrounding the property.  We had chosen Cathedral Limestone in an alfresco finish with a lovely organic distressed finish on the edge, that we knew would complement the other natural materials we were using.  Time was of the essence, and it came to crunch time and the quarry could not provide a guaranteed time of delivery.  We thought what a disaster!

 

TELL US ABOUT YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH SAREEN STONE.. AND HOW THE TEAM HELPED TO OVERCOME THE SUPPLY ISSUE WITH THE CATHEDRAL LIMESTONE.

Working closely with Michael Mastro, from Sareen Stone, he had been in constant contact updating me as best he could.  Then an alternative solution was presented, another Limestone of the same size and finish, with similar tones, which I hoped would work and arrive in time.  Sareen Stone had been behind the scenes working closely with another quarry, to create a new product ‘Lavarosa Anticato’, just for our project, so that we had a solution and were able to finish our home in time for our daughter’s wedding.

When the material arrived, we couldn’t have been happier.  We just loved the Lavarosa Anticato, and it worked so well with our colour palette, and love it even more than our previous selection.  We were over the moon!

 

DESIGNER COMMENTS:

Working with Kate and Eugene on this project was wonderful. They were passionate about the overall design but also the finer details and the interplay of the natural materials with the surrounding landscape.

It was very important that the natural material palette was harmonious, and that each element was both complementary and warm.

I’ve worked with Michael from Sareen Stone on a number of projects and have always been impressed with his professional advice and clear communication. The magnificent home warmly wrapped with the “Lavarosa Anticato” is simply stunning.   A beautiful project!

Peta Daniel, Daniel Baker Design

 

IN COLLABORATION WITH:

Interior Designer:  Daniel Baker Design, 0414 341 778
Architecture:  Martin McGrane Architects, 0412 242 253
Photography and short film:  Bolt Media, 0426 607 040