![A modern house with a swimming pool.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/modern-house-design-architecture-211118-1253-01-800x520.jpg)
Australian-based Metricon have recently completed their latest Signature home design named ‘The Riviera’.
The design of the home was inspired by the Queensland lifestyle of indoor/outdoor living with plenty of space for entertaining.
![Tiered landscaping leading to the front door of this modern home adds interest to the curb appeal.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/modern-house-design-architecture-211118-1253-02-800x1067.jpg)
Inside, the interior reflects the inspiration immediately. High ceilings create a lofty feeling, while the open floor plan allows for easy movement between the living room, the dining room, the kitchen, and the outdoor spaces.
![A modern dining area with a double height dark wood ceiling.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/modern-open-plan-dining-room-high-ceiling-211118-1254-03-800x1099.jpg)
The kitchen, which is divided into two areas, has the main kitchen with a large island, while adjacent to it, is a wet bar with storage for glasses, a small sink, and two small built-in fridges.
![A modern kitchen divided into two areas, has the main kitchen with a large island, while adjacent to it, is a wet bar with storage for glasses, a small sink, and two small built-in fridges.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/modern-kitchen-with-wood-and-white-21118-1256-04-800x1558.jpg)
Outside, there’s a covered dining area that overlooks the swimming pool and the river.
![A covered dining area overlooks the swimming pool and deck, and the river.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/modern-house-design-architecture-swimming-pool-211118-1253-05-800x1622.jpg)
Back inside, there are wood stairs with a steel frame that lead up to the second floor of the home, where there’s a bridge connecting the bedrooms.
![Wood stairs with a steel frame lead up to the second floor against a tiled wall.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/modern-steel-and-wood-stairs-211118-1254-06-800x1076.jpg)
Here’s a look at one of the ensuite bathrooms that features a large walk-in shower, a long white vanity with undermount sinks, and a freestanding bathtub.
![A modern ensuite bathroom features a large walk-in shower, a long white vanity with undermount sinks, and a freestanding bathtub.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/modern-bathroom-design-vanity-freestanding-bathtub-211118-1255-07-800x1635.jpg)