142A Eton Street, North Perth WA 6006

Designed and built by Sanus Build, in collaboration with OCKHM, Wetland is a high performance residence, with a focus on passive house principles and biophilic design. Transforming a 269 sqm site into a refined urban sanctuary, this light filled retreat is defined by precision, performance and enduring materiality.

SPOTLIGHT

/ Designed and built by Sanus Build, in collaboration with OCKHM
/ Completed in 2024
/ Passive house construction and biophilic design
/ 269 sqm survey-strata block
/ Rockcote lime render and Microstone finish for natural texture and breathability
/ Custom Boral Envirocrete insulated and sealed slab
/ Pro Clima airtight wraps applied internally and externally, ensuring complete moisture management, airtightness, and vapour diffusion
/ External system integrates a 60mm wood fibre insulation imported from Germany and internal system integrates acoustic glasswool to internal walls
/ Colorbond Matt 'Surfmist' roofing over a vented roof cavity
/ Stiebel Eltron HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilation) system providing continuous fresh, filtered air with balanced temperature and humidity
/ 7.7 kW solar PV system supplying renewable energy
/ Stiebel Eltron heat pump hot water system
/ Double glazing
/ Two aperture skylights
/ EV charging infrastructure
/ Extensive custom cabinetry and joinery throughout
/ Security cameras
/ Rainbow stones and concrete driveway in Envirocrete with white oxide
/ Native and water-wise gardens
/ Netted void for relaxation, airflow and connection between floors
/ Fisher & Paykel appliances, including integrated Dual Zone refrigerator and freezer, 4 Zone induction cooktop, rangehood
/ Miele dishwasher
/ Blum and Häfele cabinet hardware
/ Lo & Co door hardware
/ Meir tapware throughout
/ Argent steel bathtub
/ Screened terraces to first floor

Built with passive house principles at its core, Wetland offers unparalleled comfort, energy efficiency, and sustainability year-round. The design achieves an exceptional sense of privacy and connection through considered spatial planning, biophilic detailing, and seamless indoor–outdoor integration. A restrained material palette of timber, lime render, and natural textures complements the architectural geometry, creating balance and warmth within a highly technical build. From high-performance UV cladding to mechanical ventilation offering exceptional internal air-quality and double glazing, every element has been meticulously integrated to minimise energy consumption while enhancing livability. This residence is not just a sustainable home, but a healthy one.

At Wetland, it's as much about what you don't see as what you do see — with a quiet intelligence woven into every layer. Every element of the design is guided by performance and longevity, with Pro Clima airtight wraps internally and externally, a vented roof cavity, wood fibre insulation, and Rockcote Lime and Microstone renders combining to form a breathable, thermally stable envelope.

Wetland is guided by a deeply biophilic design philosophy, forging a seamless connection between home and landscape. Framed views to sky, greenery, and the shifting light of the outdoors shape the daily experience, grounding residents in nature's rhythms. Sculptural grass trees and a graceful Silver Princess anchor the garden, while an architectural rock from the Australian desert introduces texture and contrast. Every element of the landscape is intentional — from native, water-wise, and low-maintenance planting designed for long-term resilience, to elevated garden beds that mitigate heat and improve thermal performance. Together, these layers invite native fauna, support local biodiversity, and create a living environment that's as sustainable as it is beautiful.

Internally, Wetland is defined by a sense of scale and generosity, with expansive living zones unfolding across every level. On the ground floor, a custom burnished Boral Envirocrete slab with white oxide delivers both thermal efficiency and a refined finish underfoot. The entry makes a striking first impression, where a dramatic netted void overhead introduces light, playfulness, and a visual dialogue between floors. A substantial family room offers a secondary living space, complete with an integrated bar for effortless entertaining.

Three spacious bedrooms and a beautifully appointed main bathroom complete the ground floor, where materiality and craftsmanship take centre stage. Marble tiling, ceramic basins, and full-height tiling create a luxurious backdrop, while Meir tapware throughout ensures a cohesive, finely detailed aesthetic.

Upstairs, the home truly comes into its own — a light-filled open plan living and dining domain designed for both daily life and quiet retreat. Here, a private terrace extends the living space outdoors, while a striking projection window invites moments of stillness, artfully framing the world beyond. An aperture skylight draws natural light deep into the interior, and generous wall space offers the perfect canvas for art, allowing personal expression to shape and colour the space.

The kitchen is crafted with everyday living in mind, featuring custom-height benchtops designed for comfort and effortless functionality. Premium appliances by Fisher & Paykel and Miele are seamlessly integrated for a streamlined aesthetic, while a spacious walk-in pantry enhances both practicality and flow.

The impressive north-facing main suite is a private sanctuary, complete with its own sun-drenched terrace and a beautifully appointed ensuite. Thoughtfully placed pendant lighting adds a touch of elegance and intimacy, elevating the space into a serene retreat.

A little secret, tucked away in North Perth, Wetland offers the perfect blend of inner-city vibrancy and family-friendly living. Just a brief stroll across the road to Ellesmere Street Playground and Park and with easy access to an array of cafés and amenities on offer between North Perth and neighbouring suburbs such as Mount Hawthorn, this location will position you within effortless access and proximity to the best of inner-city living and with excellent access to the CBD.

A note to its heritage: Named “Wetland” in honour of the land's original, deeply rooted significance — it pays tribute to the ancient freshwater systems that once connected this place to Galup (Lake Monger), long tended by the Whadjuk Noongar people. Before colonial settlement, this landscape formed part of a living network of swamps, creeks and gathering sites used by First Nations communities travelling across country, sourcing food and water, and travelling between key wetlands. By bearing the name “Wetland,” the residence acknowledges that legacy: this is architecture rooted in story, in country, honouring movement, water, connection and the enduring imprint of place.


RATES

Council $3,509.77 pa
Water $1,401.00 pa