NEVER TOO SMALL: Garage to Beach Studio Transformation, Australia 40sqm/431sqft
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Originally a double-framed metal garage, Coledale Beach Studio is now a light, bright and compact house overlooking the ocean. Originally home to interior designer Cushla McFadden and her family of 4, McFadden’s mother now calls it home. Constructed from prefabricated panels, the striking exterior features two garage-like bi-folding doors that open onto the open-plan living, kitchen, dining and bathroom that hide behind a curved wall. A set of sliding doors on the opposite side of the room open directly only a closed deck, creating cross ventilation and adding to the expansive feel of the double volume space. A set of storage steps, which house the TV and the bulk of the studio’s storage, lead to an enclosed mezzanine bedroom that looks out onto the ocean through a large glass interior window. This thoughtfully designed studio is a proof-of-concept on how more sustainable and intergenerational living models can be a matter of seeing beyond what already is to what could be.
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Ep 166
Project Name: Coledale Beach Studio
Interior Designer: www.tommarkhen...
Produced by New Mac Video Agency
Creator: Colin Chee
Director: Nam Tran
Cinematographer: Nam Tran
Producer: Lindsay Barnard
Editor: Jessica Ruasol
Music: Strings Attached by Flint & Orpheus - Alternative Version by Diffie Bosman from Artlist.io
I feel like no one in the comments section listened to what she said. They lived there temporarily (probably during main house renovation?), and her mom is going to live in the small house. They never intended to live with teenagers. For the limited time when kids are this small I feel it’s perfect 💛
Thus, the empty fridge 😅
AHH Bless, you think you can have privacy when you have two small children, dream on ! My 5 year old leaves her room, goes down the hall, and bursts into our room at least once a week@@i.f.7386
@@i.f.7386 Who are you to say "it's not OK"????? you don't know them, their way of life etc.... don't judge!!!
The only thing that is not suitable for future independent living for one person is the lack of a washing machine.
When the mom moves in, the space for the day bed upstairs can be used for extra clothing storage (e.g.dressers). I would also add cupboards in the kitchen, instead of the shelf. They could be white to blend with the wall.
Beautiful design!
Exactly. Wish people would listen before criticising….
2:05 this is probably the best "before picture" ever, haha
Agree. Very bland.
Really calming cosy little space. She has made a lot of great design decisions. I imagine their son would really want to move in there from the main house as soon as he's in his teens.
peaceful idea
Not as long as Granny's there 🤨😂 But yeah, maybe the baby in future. That would be very extravagant for a teenager.
the balcony view is majestic
Beautiful design and setting. As a 70yr old I’d be delighted to live there if I were on my own. Must be lovely to know that most days are going to be warm and you can open the place up. I live by the sea but the Bristol Channel doesn’t quite give off the same vibe😆
Surprisingly warm atmosphere in spite of very white interier! love it.
I'm envious because even though the place is small, the whole area is free from a building so they can have a lot of options for light and air. My house have the same measurement, but my right and back walls are jointed with the neighbors walls. Sigh.
She's done a great job, though. Love the minimalistic design too.
I'm sure a very good floorplan can be achieved with your place too, since having two walls open means at least one of them is definitely facing the sun. I love figuring out how to make awkward spaces work in my spare time, I'm always looking up small flats online and doodling layout variations on a piece of paper. I wonder if perhaps I could help you somehow...
You could think about using a large or several smaller skylights instead, to add more light from a third plane. It can make a HUGE difference in a small space to be able to see the sky, hear the rain pitter-patter, and flood the space with natural light, and there are remote controlled blind solutions for roof windows too.
It's costly but I think a valuable, transformative investment.
Wow! That is gorgeous. I love what she said about smaller spaces allowing for the use of higher end finishes/products because there are less of them. Her Mom will love living there as her family did 😍
Love it. We don’t need much to be happy. The balcony is amazing with a world class view too!
@@Hudpix16 jealous?
It is listed as an airbnb as "Coastal Escape with ocean views" in Coledale
Now changed to Tiny Home in Coledale
To give a bit more privacy when the front double doors are open I might a container hedge in what was the driveway. I think the inside design is brilliant!
I agree. Not just privacy, but view-why open double doors at all if all it gets you is a chance to stare at bare pavement.
Opening the double doors is to allow cross ventilation, but it doing so exposes the entire inside of your home to people passing by...???? I would add a privacy screen/mosquito barrier
The one thing I'd have changed is the concrete ex-driveway wedge between the street window and street. I'd have had that removed from the get go, and planted shrubs, a hedge or a slow growing tree there, to let some greenery in when that window is open and provide natural privacy inside, plus just give the structure more of a grounded impression, less of an ex-garage look. Oh and having build myself a small kitchen this size once, I'd do what I did then, add a two tiered trolley on big industrial wheels with a butchers block top and a rail with hooks to the side, for some prepspace and mise en place That's easily wheeled around and can be brought out onto the patio for easy serving. Beyond that, it's a great design, they even thought of a cleaning/utility cabinet with vertical storage, nice touch!
I would have put a long window there 'not to the floor' because Iwouldn't like the idea of having the living area opened onto a street.
5:10 As fellow cattledog lover. I like the fact that your's is using the polished cement as a cool pillow.
I love any homes that are small, clean, bright, white and minimal so for me, this build would be a lovely simple place to live. But as a Granny flat, I wouldn’t want to navigate stairs at night to use the downstairs bath room. I would also want black out blinds or curtains across the mezzanine bedroom window.
There are many wonderful solutions here!
Grinding down the original floor to expose a natural mosaic.
The curve on the shower wall to assist flow to the kitchen.
Closing off the upstairs and creating a family resting/sleeping area. The view from that window! - first the inner world then the outer world. .....
I have never appreciated minimalism for living spaces but this is not visually cold and it is a guest house so it needs less practicality (washer/dryer in the main house).
The folding doors on the dining room create the tropical feel of a lanai. It becomes a porch on the public side to engage with neighbors in a waterfront community.
Also, best placement & space usage for the required large TV.
Excellent design!
Thanks for finding and for sharing.
Gorgeous, one of the best in australia, but obvious an Airbnb space - no stove and no wardrobe, just space for pillows and blankets.
Man, this is perfect as a bachelor pad.
This was obviously created to be a short-term rental (it's currently listed on Airbnb). I feel like it takes away from other small homes on this channel that are designed for the purpose of long-term living.
Yep I got to at jerky vibe from them when she start talking. I’m not surprised it got turned into an air bnb.
yea, as soon as she said 'we didn't feel we needed full cooking facilities' i knew
I think she is right my parents and my sibling and I we used to live in a very small space and those memories stay with you cause it’s such a small memorable place and those memories remain for years and gives you a secure feeling of where you belong and how your family is like
It’s lovely and bright! What a great temporary space, especially when the kids are small. Growing up we had a small cottage we spent ours summers at. I love a small space… it may not be great with a growing family but in the interim it’s terrific. Great for the Mum and even a couple!
Absolutely impressive transformation from garage to a cozy beach studio! The clever utilization of space and natural light gives this compact Australian retreat a spacious and inviting feel. A perfect blend of functionality and seaside charm.
I love this one so much. But I personally wouldn't sacrifice so much of the kitchen. I'm not a designer so I don't know how I'd do it, but I find the kitchen is an important part of the house, and this small house doesn't give it the space it deserves.
it screams "i eat takeout for every meal"
Omg they do have cooktops that you can unplug and put away. This is a beautiful space.
Noice! This is about all one really needs + a murphy bed and the loft could be an office too. Beautifully detailed. Good job Cushla.
this is really pretty! but it screams airbnb/vacation rental which doesn't go as well with the channel
Love the deck section with THAT gorgeous view
Also want to add that I appreciate how this showcases just how soft and calming an all-white interior can be. ❤❤
My favorite small-space videos are those that belong to families with a child or children. I love seeing how they can fit everything in their home in a beautiful and creative way. I thought this would be one of those, but doesn't seem practical at all for a family of four! I guess that's why they said they're moving out. Beautiful tho!
Love the old school mosaic flooring. Glad they did not change it and add wooden floors or tiles.
One of the nicest housing here! Simply beautiful.
Beautiful!
I would have put a small induction cooker just in case 😉
It's a fantastic reno and shows what can be done with a garage footprint.
Perfect for me. Love the shower door and all the finishings that you used in this place. Creative transformation. ❤
It's perfect - for two seniors (like my wife & me) it would be perfect - so comfortable & peaceful. Excellent work. One of the best uses of space I have ever seen. Thanks for the review.
super nice design. for now it is my favourite transformation on your channel
i'm always calmed by NTS video's but this one made me very calm. lovely light and airy home
Fantastic use of space design....and works well for great easy living. A great transformation...only having what you actually need.
I would kill to have a chance to do this for my late mom. Well done.
I love it. The kids are growing up and they will ahve their own rooms soon, but this was fantastic with little ones!
Looks very nice, but I could never live in a place without at least one hotplate and I didn't see one. Do they only eat salad, fruits and whatever they can make with a microwave?
One bedroom for the entire family is also a bit small, but it might work as long as the children are very young. It is a beautiful and functional home for one person though (if you add a hotplate), so her mother is lucky to move in soon.
They might have a mobile hotplate that you can plug in when necessary .
@@Hudpix16they explained (rather clearly, I thought) that this was an in-law suite for her elderly mother while they live in the main house.
Guess this is their Aibnb home for for rent
@@jpp7783she says that but this is not designed (at all) for an elderly person. It might be suitable for now but not into the future. It's more suitable for airbnb rental.
Raw vegan???
Amazingly beautiful! All that white and the view on the sea!
Beautiful, calm design, good vibe. Great recycling of the garage. But it is a short time rental, for 2.
Oh what a beautiful space. I love small cozy cottages/homes. I feel safe and cocooned. ❤
This is just brilliant. I really enjoyed this small house tour. Such a superb way to repurpose the space of an older 2 car garage. Thank you for sharing.
What a beautifully designed space! Very few architects seem to keep the use of the space in mind. Usually, I find designs are just done to look good and interesting. This space has warmth and softness. The materials are forgiving, the curved wall softens the space and takes into account bumps that might be had if the wall was squared-off. The materials warm the space and yet have an artistic bent. The spaces are livable and lovely. Thank you for sharing.
so minimal and clean for two kids and a dog. great work and nice design
Perfect little house with amazing view. Love it ❤!
I looooveee all about it. Everything's just right. Simple clean and functional❤
This looks like a good design for a Sims home. Very beautiful
So beautiful! I can resonate with the beautiful moment of tiny living when your kids are tiny. I did it with my two youngest and we will treasure those memories forever. Now they're teens so obvs we're in a normal-sized house (yuck 😅), and I long to go back to the precious feeling of being so close and comfortable together! 😊 You never can of course, so I'm grateful we had it when we could, like this couple have. Beautiful job guys!❤❤
This is as close to a perfect design as i've seen.. Every aspect is derived with finesse, and placed within the most efficient and aesthetic configuration.
Love this. A lot of thoughts has obviously gone into designing this unit. Small but so livable. I can see myself living happily there 😀
Nice conversion. Smart use of the land. Beautiful Airbnb.
It's going to be a Mother in Law Suite.
Beautiful. Love the look of it. Amazing view from the deck. With how nice this is I would love to see the renovated main house (though no doubt not “small”).
This is just a studio space they converted from a garage that's meant as an extra room. She says that they moved from "the studio to the main house", meaning that this is not their primary residence.
I highly doubt they lived in this studio for very long, but the fact they didn't specify how long feels rather misleading. There's no way this is a sustainable set up for a family with two kids.
It was built in 2022. Little kids.
They lived there for 2 years and now her mother is moving in. I don’t understand what the problem is ?
It’s not uncommon for people to build something small to live in whilst a big renovation is being carried out. Clearly this design is really only going to work with very young children if you want a normal Western lifestyle. In other countries, families all sleep together in one room because that’s how much space they have, no matter the ages of the children.
love the space and design, if you attach an identical size unit next to this to have 2 additional bedrooms, even 3 is a normal size house.
I know this was more temp living but the mom is moving in. An island in the kitchen for storage/appliances would be helpful not to mention prep - can be a narrow one (custom made? For those with some clothes and shoes a wardrobe is required.' Stprageimderbed. And a dining table that expands or storage is helpful. I get the minimalism but not sure it is really livableformost.
This chapter should be sponsored by Airbnb...
This is overall a good design and generally a good use of space... however in the bedroom, there could have been more storage.
For example,
the walls are tall, so the bed and window/glazing could have be raised about 40 to 50cm off the floor to build in lots of areas for additional storage into the floor
BUT there was obviously different priorities/brief which have shaped this layout.
Really thoughtfully and beautifully done! And that deck and view, phenomenal!!
I'm all about colour but this house is very well done and inviting. I'd live here in a heartbeat.
What a **dynamic, smart - luxurious in its aesthetic, light, embrace - cottage ! "Mom"/Grandmom is terrifically blessed to get to nurture her family from that perch! Lovely family. Many years of joy amongst the clever architecture, light, and all that ocean.
For one person, a couple or, small family - it looks nice)
It is a very nice house with a lot of sun and beautiful views! Congratulations!
Great use for a garage area instead of storing junk! I’m designing an adu that will also integrate the garage area in living space and this design shows how creativity can actually create more with less
That is literally my dream home for one. I wouldnt change a thing about it. ❤
like this kind of small house..it is small but not over compact like many other designs. feel very spacious and comfortable.
love the awareness to the indigenous people of that land ♥️
This is fantastic. Functional and nicely planned.
What a beautiful space. I'm jealous your mother gets to live there. Well done!
I really enjoyed this one. I see other people are getting worked up about the sleeping arrangements, but small children usually prefer to sleep with their parents.
Stunningly beautiful transformation, that's space efficient & all class.
Very creative! It's like having a permanent vacation spot just steps away from home! 🏖🏡
It`s interesting how they took a garage and design a different space. Also, they thought in each detail like the forniture to maximise space and thanks to how are the windows provided, all the spaces have very good lighting. They made the most of the sea view through the windows and the terrace.
Very thoughtfully designed and beautifully contextual, bravo.
This was a very cool space! love the design
Very beautiful compact yet practical design ❤
Some really great ideas here. Love the cut out shelves. Genius!
I really could live here! One of the best I’ve seen.
Love this. We have a huge powered storage garage at the back of the property we just bought that isn’t needed. I’d love to turn it into a spare bed or home office using the concrete slab.
Love it. Only thing i would change is either put some glass in those double doors for more light, or some kind of screen door so when it is open you still get airflow but no bugs (or littles escaping) - I've seen some garage doors have these (admittedly a drop down design)
OH YES! This is my style home❤ well done👌👏👏👏👏
Great and simple design
If you forget it was a former garage, this is a spacious stylish space with good flow. It would be interesting to see how it feels with her mother and her belongings. More feasible in a warmer climate and with the ocean views.
The finishes on this are beautiful; i'm a sucker for custom joinery!
I love this house! It’s like you’re living in an apartment but you owned the land. I want to have a house like this if I ever live near the ocean
the storage behind the TV is a really clever idea to keep clutter away
amazing transformation love the space but so much white i love colours
so unique! look great
Very beautiful design. BRAVO. However, i think its more of a vacation house rather than a long term home for a family of 4.
Parking for cars takes up so much valuable real estate. This garage was transformed into a small home. In places like LA, like 50% of land is parking lots.
I love everything about this except the excessive use of white and grey. Give me a soft pastel pink living area, perhaps with a bright red couch.
It's lovely, really ... I would be happy to live there in that small space.
I love this! Less is definitely more ❤
Wow! Miss Lady you outdid yourself with this project! Love. It.
OMG the cupboards with cut outs is brilliant. I'm going to copy that idea - my storage is all shelves and I have nowhere to put the mop & vacuum and nowhere to put add a new cupboard.
Now this is why I subscribed.
Congratulation ,,,,you did en excellent job ...simply great !!!
Fantastic space but would love to see more down to earth realistic house designs as this lacks amenities which were outsourced to the main house.
Absolutely lovely and innovative. Beautifully done.