Dream Home 10: Where Mediterranean Soul Meets Australian Ease

Imagine waking up every day to the feel of a luxury coastal retreat. This is the mood of Dream Home 10. Nestled in the picturesque South West Rocks, this stunning project by Oak and Orange is the epitome of relaxed elegance, seamlessly blending Mediterranean influences with contemporary Australian living.

As lifelong friends and builder’s wives, Heather and Sarah have spent the last decade designing homes that feel just as good as they look, and Dream Home 10 might just be their most personal expression of that ethos yet. It’s a sanctuary crafted with precision, heart and standout surfaces anchored by Caesarstone^® Porcelain™.

With five beautifully appointed suites, this home is designed to host, to welcome, and to give every guest that feeling of barefoot luxury. Each suite is a quiet retreat, layered with natural textures and consistent material stories that echo the rest of the home’s relaxed elegance.

Modern kitchen design with heart

At the centre of Dream Home 10 is a kitchen that sets the tone. Airy, open and sun-kissed, this space is all about ease and flow. The design pairs minimalist cabinetry and natural textures with the refined simplicity of White Ciment™. The Porcelain island and matching benchtops bring a soft, matte warmth to the space. Its organic finish and grounded tone sit perfectly within today’s appetite for quiet luxury; that unspoken richness you feel, rather than see.

This kitchen was clearly designed for real life. Whether it’s weekday dinners or coastal long lunches with friends, every detail feels considered. And beneath the beauty? Performance. Caesarstone^® Porcelain™ surfaces are resistant to scratches, stains and heat; made for kitchens that work hard but don’t want to look like it.

This is the kind of space we dream about, where you can walk in barefoot, exhale and feel like you’ve arrived. It’s not trying to impress. It’s just deeply, beautifully functional, with a softness that feels both modern and timeless. If you’re dreaming of your own perfect space, this is the kind of kitchen inspiration that begins with a thoughtful layout.

Outdoor entertaining, sorted

Now, take a little wander outside (barefoot, of course), and you’ll find that same effortless elegance continues into the alfresco. There’s no jarring shift, no design disconnect, just one beautiful, flowing story.

Here, Caesarstone^® Porcelain Fume™ takes the lead. Its moody, smoky finish adds real presence against crisp white render and warm timber. It’s robust but not harsh, perfect for that in-between space where home meets nature. Think weekend barbecues, twilight dinners, and quiet mornings with coffee and birdsong.

What’s clever here is how the outdoor area doesn’t compete with the interior, it complements it. The palette stays tight, the materials are cohesive, and there’s this rhythm between textures that feels incredibly intentional.

Caesarstone^® Porcelain™ truly earns its stripes here. Resistant to UV rays, heat and weathering, it’s a go-to for outdoor kitchens that need to hold up and stay looking gorgeous year after year.

Bathrooms with presence and peace

Continuing the story, Fume™ and White Ciment™ make another appearance here, offering depth and texture without overwhelming the space.

Curved mirrors, organic basins and timber vanities soften the edges, creating an atmosphere that feels less like a utility and more like a retreat. It’s the kind of space you’d take your time in. Maybe light a candle. Maybe stay an extra ten minutes under the rain shower. (We won’t tell.)

This is where design becomes emotional, where materials and mood converge. The repetition of elements throughout the home creates a calming echo. It’s harmony you don’t have to explain, you just feel it.

Bringing it all together

What really makes Dream Home 10 sing is the balance. It whispers gently, with every detail working together. Caesarstone’s Porcelain surfaces ground the design, from the kitchen through to the bathrooms and alfresco, offering texture, tone and a timeless edge.

The real brilliance here is how the home captures the spirit of modern Australian living. Sunlight, simplicity and a touch of quiet luxury. It’s not flashy or overdone. It’s curated and calm, with every finish chosen to support the overall mood.

And here’s the lovely surprise: it’s not just aspirational. Heather and Sarah’s vision is proof that your dream home isn’t just a place. It’s a feeling. The beauty of this home lies in the choices anyone can make, versatile surfaces, warm neutral tones, and a little thoughtfulness in the details. It’s kitchen inspiration for the dreamer and the doer alike.

Project: Dream Home 10 The Seaside Sanctuary

Design: Oak & Orange
Builder: Better Built Homes
Holiday Home: Solace at South West Rocks