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Wilson Project

Ossher Design + Build worked closely with our client to create an outdoor living space that integrated the upper and lower areas harmoniously, while staying connected to the home. The use of succulent and tropical plants, a wet edge pool, an outdoor shower, and a timeless colour palette, contributed to creating a resort-like retreat.

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Project by Ossher Design + Build
Place Maroubra
Project Type Residential
Category Residential
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Manhattan Alfresco Limestone has been used on this project for the outdoor living space, pool surrounds and connecting stairs. The combination of grey, silver, and white hues adds an elegant touch to the alfresco area, creating a sophisticated and inviting atmosphere.

Project Highlights

Natural Stone Landscaping in Sydney

Natural stone paving forms the foundation of the outdoor living areas, framing the pool surrounds, garden spaces and entertaining zones. The stone surfaces create a unified landscape design that complements the home’s architectural palette and enhances spatial flow.

Selected for its durability and slip resistance, the natural stone performs exceptionally well in outdoor environments. The result is a refined residential landscape that combines practical performance with a premium finish.

Products Used

Manhattan Limestone Tiles and Coping – honed finish for indoor and outdoor spaces

Manhattan Limestone

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FAQs

What type of natural stone is best for residential landscaping in Sydney?

Materials such as limestone, travertine and granite are commonly used for their durability, versatility and refined appearance in outdoor settings.

Is natural stone suitable for pool surrounds?

Yes, natural stone is ideal for pool surrounds due to its slip resistance, durability and ability to remain comfortable underfoot in outdoor conditions.

Can natural stone be used across different outdoor areas?

Absolutely. Natural stone is versatile and can be used for paving, pathways, pool surrounds and wall cladding to create a cohesive landscape design.

Why is natural stone popular in modern residential projects?

Natural stone offers a timeless aesthetic, natural variation and long-term performance, making it ideal for contemporary architecture and landscaping.

How does natural stone perform in Sydney’s climate?

Natural stone performs exceptionally well, offering resistance to weathering, moisture and temperature changes when properly installed.

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