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Wombarra Cliff-Top Home
A split-level custom residence perched on the Wombarra cliffs, where modern architecture meets the Illawarra coastline.
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A split-level custom residence perched on the Wombarra cliffs, where modern architecture meets the Illawarra coastline.
Discuss Your ProjectThis Wombarra cliff-top home is a split-level custom build designed to take full advantage of its coastal position. The project involved demolishing the existing dwelling and delivering a new residence that responds to the site's natural slope, ocean views, and the Illawarra escarpment backdrop.
CKS Projects managed the full build from demolition through to handover, coordinating structural engineering, site preparation, and the detailed construction work required on a cliff-side block. The result is a home that feels grounded in its environment while delivering the level of finish coastal homeowners expect.
Building on a cliff-top block in Wombarra brings a specific set of challenges. The site required careful demolition of the existing home, followed by structural engineering that accounted for the slope, coastal exposure, and the stability of the cliff edge itself.
Access to the site, material delivery, and sequencing of the structural works all demanded close planning. CKS Projects coordinated with engineers and specialist contractors to ensure the foundation and retaining elements were executed correctly before the above-ground build began.
For homeowners considering a coastal knockdown rebuild, the key is choosing a builder who understands the Illawarra terrain and can manage the engineering complexity without compromising the design vision.
The architectural direction for this home blended industrial design cues with the relaxed character of the Illawarra coast. Exposed structural elements, clean lines, and robust material choices give the home a grounded, contemporary feel.
Inside, the split-level layout creates distinct living zones while maintaining a sense of flow. Large windows frame the ocean views, and the material palette balances durability with the refined finish expected in a custom coastal residence.
CKS Projects worked closely with the architect, Mike Vail, to translate the design intent into a buildable, code-compliant structure that met Wollongong City Council requirements and the practical demands of a cliff-side location.
Not every builder is equipped to handle a cliff-top knockdown rebuild. This Wombarra project demonstrates the kind of complex residential construction where experience matters, structural understanding, site logistics, and coastal building knowledge all come into play.
If you are planning a custom home, duplex, major renovation, or knockdown rebuild along the Illawarra coast, from Thirroul to Shoalhaven, this project shows what is possible when the right builder, architect, and engineering team work together from the start.
CKS Projects has delivered 200+ custom homes, duplexes, and renovations across Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama, and the Shoalhaven over 25+ years. We understand the local council requirements, the terrain challenges, and the level of finish that coastal homeowners expect.
Book a free 60-minute feasibility check with Keiron Moore, Managing Director of CKS Projects. We will discuss your site, your vision, and whether a custom build or renovation is the right path forward.
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