Bayside Luxury | Best Integrated Home, Finalist

This extraordinary project, undertaken by Zelo Group, epitomizes luxury resort-style living, offering an experience that transcends the mundane. With design contributions from Chris Clout Design and Amiconi Architects, and interiors crafted by Black Milk Interiors, the residence illustrates the synergy of aesthetics and smart home technology.

Imagine walking through the grand entrance of this three-level home, where each curve is accentuated by over a kilometre of LED strip lighting, including red-green-blue digital multiplex (RGB DMX). The house, which arcs gracefully around a central pool and entertaining area, offers breathtaking views from every room. It’s a place where family and friends gather, where every amenity imaginable is at your fingertips—six bedrooms, a home theater, bar, golf simulator, gym, massage room, pool, rooftop spa, and even tennis and bocce courts.

The client’s vision was clear: a secure family home that doubled as an entertainment hub. Zelo Group, known for their meticulous approach, was tasked with bringing this vision to life. The project required them to manage a myriad of technical and architectural challenges, particularly the extensive curves and concrete structures. This was a large-scale endeavour, involving not just the installation of electrical systems but also the design, supply, and commissioning of home automation systems, including Philips Dynalite.

Security and connectivity were paramount. The house is equipped with a cloud-based closed-circuit television (CCTV) system and comprehensive security and access control, ensuring peace of mind. The client also wanted seamless Wi-Fi coverage without the hassle of multiple apps. With Control4’s integration with Inception and Philips Dynalite, managing the home’s myriad functions from a single smartphone became a reality. This control system ensures that everything — from lighting to entertainment systems — operates flawlessly at the touch of a button.

One of the significant challenges was the project's scale and complexity, essentially breaking down into micro-projects within the main build. Zelo Group appointed two project managers, Alex and Josh, to oversee the electrical and automation systems respectively. The meticulous planning and execution involved detailed joinery drawings and constant reference to elevations, ensuring that every element was precisely implemented.

The lighting installation was a particular highlight, with RGB LED strips providing unparalleled control over colour combinations, enhancing the home’s architectural features. The home theater was another standout, featuring a THX-certified projector screen and a high-end Sony projector, ensuring a cinematic experience of the highest caliber.

Despite the hurdles, including weather-related delays and COVID-19 restrictions limiting on-site personnel, the technical intricacies involved meant pre-commissioning stages were crucial, ensuring all systems interacted flawlessly before the final handover. The client’s expectations were high, but Zelo Group’s dedication to quality and detail ensured a smooth transition and operation.

Collaborations with partners like Aqualux, Lightmoves for Dynalite, Snap One, and Lovelight Blinds were integral to the project's success. These partnerships ensured that every finish was thoughtfully considered and executed to blend seamlessly with the home’s architecture.

Today, Bayside Luxury is an emblem of modern residential design, pushing the boundaries of what a home can be in the era of smart technology.