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TDDP Showcase Atlantic Grey

This first project revived an existing house to become a light-filled modern family home using a simple palette of natural materials that accentuate the grounded nature of the building.

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Project by TDDP
Place Mosman, Sydney
Project Type Residential
Category Residential
Year 2019

Product Used

Sareen Stone’s Atlantic Grey Granite has been used for the new ground floor outdoor pool space and blends perfectly with the natural landscape. The Atlantic Grey Granite offers a soft and warm welcome to the entrance of the home.

Ocean Grey Granite tiles, pavers and coping for indoor and outdoor spaces

Ocean Grey Granite

Project Highlights

Atlantic Grey Natural Stone in Sydney

This project showcases the versatility of Atlantic Grey across a range of architectural applications, from paving to vertical wall cladding. The material’s consistent tone and refined finish allow it to integrate seamlessly into contemporary design schemes while maintaining a strong visual presence.

Used across key surfaces, Atlantic Grey enhances both the aesthetic and functional qualities of the space. Its durability and low maintenance properties make it ideal for high-use environments, delivering a clean and cohesive finish that performs well over time.

FAQs

What is Atlantic Grey natural stone and why is it used in this project?

Atlantic Grey is a premium natural stone known for its consistent grey tones and refined texture, making it ideal for contemporary architectural applications.

Can Atlantic Grey be used for both paving and wall cladding?

Yes, Atlantic Grey is highly versatile and can be applied to paving, wall cladding and other architectural finishes for a cohesive design.

Is Atlantic Grey suitable for outdoor environments in Sydney?

Absolutely. It offers durability, weather resistance and low maintenance, making it well suited to outdoor conditions.

Why is Atlantic Grey popular in modern design projects?

Its neutral grey palette complements contemporary architecture while providing a timeless and sophisticated aesthetic.

Can Atlantic Grey be used in both residential and commercial projects?

Yes, its durability and design versatility make it suitable for a wide range of applications, from homes to commercial developments.

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