Private Home
Casa Barranca
Point Leo, VIC, Australia
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The Space
Just 70km south-east of Melbourne, Casa Barranca stands as a sculptural masterpiece on the Mornington Peninsula, offering an unparalleled setting for large-scale productions, high-end brand activations, and exclusive events. With its commanding presence, inspired by Brazilian modernism and the expressive forms of Oscar Niemeyer’s Casa Canoas, the property merges raw materiality with a seamless relationship to its natural surroundings. Its bold concrete architecture, fluid curves, and dramatic interplay of light and shadow create a visually striking and highly adaptable location for film, photography, and immersive experiences.
Set within an expansive landscape that balances open grasslands with a rich, forested sanctuary, the house appears to hover above the terrain, its concrete slab delicately lifted to allow native grasses to weave beneath. A sweeping concrete roofline softens the structure’s form, filtering light into the heart of the space and framing a central courtyard where a circular pool and spa serve as a defining focal point. The courtyard itself dissolves into the landscape, with visually open balustrades maintaining an uninterrupted connection to the treed backdrop beyond, creating an immersive environment that blends architecture and nature.
Internally, the house is designed for effortless flow, with a continuous open-plan kitchen, dining, and living space that provides an expansive canvas for high-end productions and intimate gatherings alike. The material palette is intentionally restrained—polished concrete, black aluminum, and warm Australian timbers—allowing the architecture to stand as a bold yet refined presence. Strategically placed apertures in the roof channel daylight into key spaces, enhancing the depth, texture, and drama of the interiors.
Along the perimeter, bedrooms are oriented toward the courtyard, offering private retreats that remain intrinsically connected to the landscape. A concealed garage and gallery space function as both a theatrical reveal and a showcase for art or luxury automobiles, further elevating the property’s potential as a high-impact event or production location. At the southern end, a multi-functional timber joinery piece integrates a study, bookcase, record player, and lounge nook, transforming the central living space into an area designed for conversation and atmosphere rather than distraction.
Casa Barranca offers a level of privacy and control rarely found in high-end production locations. A series of operable timber shutters allows the house to shift from an open, light-filled environment to a secluded retreat, offering complete flexibility for both film and event staging. The rooftop space, positioned to capture glimpses of the ocean, introduces yet another layer of depth to this already dynamic setting.
This is a space designed for productions and events that demand more than just a location—it is an architectural experience, a bold statement of form and function, and a seamless intersection of structure and landscape. Whether capturing a cinematic moment, producing a high-fashion editorial, or hosting an exclusive luxury activation, Casa Barranca provides an extraordinary backdrop that enhances and elevates the creative vision.
All the important details
Indoor spaces
- Lounge
- Hallway
- Study / Home Office
- Kitchen
- Bathroom
- Bedrooms
- Living Room
- Walk-in Robe
- Bars & Entertaining
- Feature Staircase
- Grand Entrance
- Concrete Floors
Outdoor spaces
- Backyard
- Lush Lawn
- Garden
- Pool
- Alfresco Spaces
- Garage
- Carport
- Double Storey
Architectural style
- Contemporary
- New Build
Other styling
- Glass & Light
- Stone & Timber
- Minimal
- Nature Inspired
- Curves & Arches
- Curved Furniture
- Coastal Beach House
Property logistics
- Kitchen
- Toilets
- Capacity (21-50)