Aaron Muller, Fero Muller Architects

"Nestled on the foreshore of Lake Tinaroo, Cascades on the Lake comprises a collection of highly articulated, contemporary buildings linked by pedestrian pathways and landscaping. The freestanding one and two bedroom retreat villas float just above the gently sloping ground on their raised timber floor while the curved roof forms create a striking architectural feature externally and provide high cathedral ceilings internally.

Within the 3½ hectare site the 17 villas have been positioned to ensure privacy for the guests while providing unsurpassed views to the lake and mountains beyond. At the top of the site are the two storey dual key resort apartment buildings, with studios, which offer further accommodation options. Adjacent to these on the highest point of the site is the central facility building with its large deck overlooking the pool below and lake beyond. The light-weight vernacular created through the use of multiple external cladding materials is consistent throughout the buildings and is complimented by the clean, modern style of the interiors. Car parking and vehicular movement is contained to behind the dual key and central facility buildings to ensure the experience and views are never compromised."