Bariya Rainforest House Tour

Perched high on a steep, forested slope in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, Bariya Rainforest House is a striking example of sustainable, site-responsive design.

Designed in 2006 by architect David Gole of JDA Co., the home is both a private family residence and the heart of a long-term environmental regeneration project.

Visitors to Bariya Rainforest House during Sunshine Coast Open House will have the unique opportunity to experience both the architecture and its broader environment with David Gole himself.

Tours include time in the house and art studio, followed by a guided walk through the restored rainforest down to Obi Obi Creek — a journey that reflects the resilience and renewal embedded in both the home and the land.

Walking shoes, hat and water bottle  are essential as is moderate fitness as the walk is steep in parts.