Cottesloe House
Architectural brickwork delivered in collaboration with Bruce Construction & Design for a private residence in Cottesloe, Perth.
A family home designed to sit naturally within its Cottesloe streetscape.
Designed as a ‘luxuriously modest’ home, this residence reflects a strong respect for local post-war architecture, while introducing carefully considered detail throughout.
The brief called for a house that belonged — one that felt familiar to the street, yet rewarding on closer inspection.
Builder: Bruce Co Construction & Design
Architect: Stuart Vokes and Peters in collaboration with Sam Carter
Location: Cottesloe, Perth
Brickwork: Red Rock Brickworks
Photography: Christopher Frederick Jones & Red Rock Brickworks
Brickwork plays a central role in achieving that balance.
Brickwork Scope
Red Rock Brickworks was engaged to deliver architectural brickwork across both internal and external elements of the home.
Our scope included:
- External masonry walls and façade detailing
- Feature dog-tooth stack bond brickwork
- Custom brick “rug” entry and internal features
- Painted and face brickwork with precise set-out
Every element was approached with the understanding that the brickwork was not simply a backdrop, but a defining architectural layer.
Dog-Tooth Stack Bond Feature
One of the most distinctive features of the home is the dog-tooth stack bond brickwork, used to introduce depth, shadow, and texture to key façade elements.
Projecting brick courses catch light throughout the day, transforming an otherwise flat surface into a subtle architectural feature. While simple in concept, the execution required careful planning, consistency, and the use of a custom jig to maintain precision throughout the build.
Once completed, the brickwork was painted, softening the overall appearance while retaining the shadow lines that give the wall its character.
The Brick “Rug”
Inside the home, brickwork becomes part of the lived experience.
A custom brick “rug” was laid flat within the entry and internal spaces, transforming what could have been a standard concrete floor into a tactile design feature. The warmth and texture of the red brick creates contrast against polished concrete and white painted masonry, grounding the space and reinforcing the material language of the home.
Laid with care and precision, this element demonstrates how brickwork can be used beyond vertical walls to shape how a space feels and functions.
Collaboration & Outcome
Clear communication and collaboration were key throughout this project. By working closely with Bruce Construction & Design and Stuart Vokes and Peters, our team was able to coordinate set-outs, sequencing, and detailing to ensure the brickwork integrated smoothly with the broader build.
This approach allowed the finished brickwork to feel considered and cohesive, rather than overworked. The completed home sits naturally within its Cottesloe streetscape, with brickwork contributing through restraint, texture, and proportion.
The result is a well-resolved family home delivered through shared care, planning, and attention to detail.
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