BAREFOOT BAY COTTAGE
A compact and carefully considered renovation of a 3-bedroom cottage, Barefoot Bay Cottage was designed with relaxed holiday living in mind—perfect for small get-togethers with family or friends. The design embraces an Australian coastal materiality with that unmistakable touch of Byron Bay charm. With refined yet earthy finishes, natural textures, and a palette inspired by the surrounding landscape—think bush greens, warm slate, sandy whites, and seafoam tones—the home strikes a beautiful balance between laid-back comfort and thoughtful, contemporary design. Intimate yet elevated, it’s a modern coastal retreat reimagined for effortless connection.
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EXTERIOR AND OUTDOOR SPACES
The first in the Barefoot Bay series, with the renovated Cottage is an intimate take on Australian coastal living, without sacrificing on style. Located in beautiful Byron Bay this home has been designed for the discerning traveller who seeks true relaxation with everything at their fingertips. It is also a great showcase home for anyone contemplating a renovation, with products from over 30 Australian businesses and brands; it is the ultimate shoppable home.
KITCHEN AND DINING
Deep green cabinetry, slate-clad walls, and a view that opens straight onto the pool and deck—this is the heart of Barefoot Bay Cottage. A moody, grounded kitchen made for slow mornings, shared meals, and effortless flow between indoors and out.
THE LIVING SPACES
Tucked into the heart of the Barefoot Bay Cottage, this intimate living space is designed for quiet moments and relaxed connection. A slate-encased fireplace brings warmth and texture, grounding the room with natural tones, while a custom woven wall hanging by Crossing Threads adds a layer of handcrafted artistry. Though modest in size, the space feels inviting and soulful—perfect for curling up with a book, sharing stories by the fire, or simply soaking in the slow rhythm of cottage life.
THE MASTER BEDROOM
The master suite at Barefoot Bay Cottage is a serene expression of open-plan, coastal living—where bedroom and ensuite flow seamlessly into one another, creating a space that feels both grounded and indulgent.
Soft textures, gentle tones, and natural timber bring warmth and calm to the sleeping area, while custom joinery and thoughtful detailing elevate the experience. The open ensuite design continues the feeling of effortless luxury, with brushed brass tapware, a freestanding bath, and walk-in shower all integrated into the space without barriers—blurring the line between function and retreat.
It’s a place to rest, reset, and embrace the slow rhythm of cottage life by the coast.
BEDROOMS and BUNKROOM
Clever design makes space feel generous—even in the most unexpected corners. The guest bedroom and bunk room at Barefoot Bay Cottage make smart use of awkward layouts to comfortably sleep more guests, without ever feeling cramped. Thoughtful, compact, and effortlessly coastal—perfect for relaxed holiday living.
WET AREAS
BATHROOMS, POWDER ROOM & LAUNDRY
Soft, functional and full of texture—this combined bathroom and laundry at Barefoot Bay Cottage balances practicality with warmth. A simple curtain softens the space, concealing appliances and creating a calm, cohesive feel. The real hero? Stamped porcelain tiles that mimic timber so convincingly, you’ll have to touch them to believe it—an innovative first at the time of install.
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Shop the plans
Now you can bring the beauty of The Barefoot Bay Cottage to life—no architect needed. These professionally drawn building plans offer the complete blueprint to recreate this iconic Byron Bay. Typically valued at $20,000+ if commissioned from a designer or architect, we’re making these plans accessible so you can achieve the designer look for less.
Whether you're building from scratch or working with a draftsman to customise your dream home, the plans come with everything you need. Upgrade to include CAD and DWG files for editable, workable formats—perfect for tailoring the design to your site and preparing for council submissions.
At The Designory, we're breaking the design bubble. No gatekeeping. No inflated fees. Just stunning, architecturally inspired homes made achievable. The Barefoot Bay Cottage is more than a plan—it’s a new way to build beautifully.
Whole Home Design Shopping List
81 pages of sourced products to get the Cottage House look in your home!
The fully curated Finishes & Fixtures Packageincludes every material, colour, and product selection used across the entire home—covering kitchens, bathrooms, living spaces, outdoor zones, and more. From tapware to tile, paint to profiles, it’s the ultimate shortcut to designer-level cohesion—no second guessing required.
Pair it with our Building or Interior Detail Plans for the ultimate design blueprint, giving you the style and confidence to bring a beautifully resolved home to life.
What’s Included:
✔ Room-by-room schedule
✔ Tapware, appliances, doors, lighting, hardware, window, skylight and fixture selections
✔ Paint colours, tiles, flooring, wallpaper and material palettes
✔ Supplier references and product notes (where applicable)
Why You'll Love It:
Save hours of decision-making with a fully curated look
Ensure cohesion across every room of your home
Avoid costly mistakes with trusted, design-approved materials
Mix, match, or replicate—adapt it to your taste or follow it faithfully
The perfect pairing for our Lavana House plans
Whether you're building from the ground up or simply refining your finishes, this pack gives you the clarity and inspiration to create a home that feels beautifully considered—inside and out.
✨ One home. Every detail. All in one place.
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A designer kitchen—without the designer price tag.
The Barefoot Bay Cottage Kitchen + Laundry Plans give you direct access to the professionally crafted layouts from one of our most-loved projects. Delivered as an instantly downloadable PDF plus the fully editable CAD file, you’ll have everything you need to build, customise, and confidently bring this designer space to life.
Inside the PDF, you’ll find detailed, builder-ready drawings that show exactly how the kitchen and laundry function, flow, and come together with timeless coastal-inspired design. And with the included CAD (DWG) file, you can easily tweak dimensions, adjust layouts, or tailor the design to suit your home’s footprint — saving you countless hours and ensuring your final space works perfectly for your lifestyle.
Use the CAD file yourself, hand it straight to your builder, joiner, or designer for quick adjustments, or book our in-house upgrade and The Designory Design Team will customise the plan for you.
+ What’s Included
✔️ Instant-download PDF with all detailed plans for both the kitchen and laundry
✔️ Fully editable CAD (DWG) file — modify dimensions, layouts, and joinery with ease
✔️ Scaled floor plans + elevations for kitchen and laundry
✔️ Complete joinery layouts with detailed cabinetry drawings
✔️ Appliance + fixture locations clearly documented
✔️ Builder-ready documentation — take directly to your cabinetmaker, builder, or draftsperson
✔️ Optional in-house upgrade: Our design team can customise the plan specifically for your home
Natural and Practical Bathrooms—Without the Custom Design Fees
Bring the effortless beauty and considered function of the Barefoot Bay Cottage bathrooms into your own home with our ready-to-go interior design plans.
Featuring two main bathrooms, this package is a masterclass in modern Australian bathroom design—combining luxurious finishes, calming palettes, and smart spatial planning to create spaces that feel like a retreat, every day.
What You’ll Get
A fully developed interior package for two main bathrooms, including:
✔ Scaled floor plans & elevations
✔ Custom vanity joinery drawings
✔ Fixture and fitting locations
✔ Optional CAD file upgrade for seamless customisation
Why It Works
Save time – Skip the back-and-forth of designing from scratch
Save money – Avoid tens of thousands in design fees
Start with a pro’s blueprint – Built from real-world experience and tested layouts
Customise easily – Upgrade to editable CAD files and tailor it to your build
Build faster – Take plans straight to your builder or cabinetmaker
Take a tour
The Barefoot Bay Cottage oozes quintessential Australian coastal style with its moody tones and subtle hint of seaglass greens throughout. Fresh, light and playful this home is saturated in light and embodies a true Byron Bay vibe. A blend of natural stones, blonde timbers, rattan and soft linens, the house is effortlessly liveable and designed for true indoor outdoor living and entertaining.