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Prefabricated housing is generally defined as a home that has been built off-site in a controlled manufacturing environment, for example a factory. Made in parts, these key building components are then transported and assembled on-site. Across the world, this innovative construction method has been proving very effective in terms of solving issues such as housing shortages, as well as the concerning influence housing and construction has on the environment. As the popularity of prefabricated housing grows in Australia, an awareness of its benefits has also grown. Homeowners’ concerns with design restrictions and the lack of comfortable living environments have been quickly negated by prefab builders who are producing some of the most talked-about buildings in the industry. Prefab homes take significantly less time to construct and are as little as…

Pacific Harbour, Banksia Beach Qld Approximately an hour from Brisbane, the Pacific Harbour development offers beachside living on Bribie Island. Surf beaches, walking trails, fishing, boating, sports fields and golf are all on your doorstep, creating an ideal family environment. Epitomising the “Noosa Style”, these homes embrace the modern, beachside home in terms of architecture and design. From villas to four- and five-bedroom homes, canal-front allotments start at $495,000.pacificharbour.com.au Arcadian Hills, Cobbitty NSW Just over an hour’s drive from Sydney, Cobbitty is a village located south-west of the CBD, near Camden, which is renowned for its monthly fresh food and craft markets. With large-sized allotments, Arcadian Hills offers contemporary homes set in the picturesque NSW countryside. Prices start at approximately $405,000.avjennings.com.au Gainsborough Greens, Pimpama Qld A Mirvac community situated in…

Casual, relaxed living can also be urbane and cultured — this is where Hamptons style shines. It’s simple but sophisticated and it’s all in the details. This four-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-storey home is a showstopper. Every aspect of the abode has been crafted with the end user in mind — a discerning buyer who enjoys comfort, classic good looks and character. There is also a little French provincial style in the mix, seen in aspects such as the use of curved wrought iron and the home’s earthy tones. In the kitchen, white shaker-style cabinetry, silver curved handles, marble benchtop, glass inserts and feature lighting reflect the Hamptons style. Tucked behind this space is a butler’s pantry, so when entertaining there’s no need to leave the party to clean up as you…

EXPERT TIP: Don’t let the site of a difficult property deter you from building your dream. The most challenging blocks of land will lead to the most incredible homes. Australia’s bushland, while beautiful and picturesque, can also be unforgiving and building in it often comes with hurdles, as this property in Sydney’s leafy north-west proves. The land was almost impossible to walk on before the family’s five-bedroom home was built. “Rocks and shrubbery everywhere meant we faced challenges from the beginning,” says Jesse Kassis of builder Kassis Classic Homes. The home’s design was inspired by a new era of building and the need for an abundance of light and high ceilings. “We wanted to prevent disruption to the bush and find middle ground between style and nature,” says Jesse.…

We build homes the same way we built our company... with honesty and integrity, exceptional attention to detail and a dedication to excellence and service. The Flinders 35 is the newest display home to come from BlueTongue Homes and it was built with the intention of stopping visitors in their tracks. Not only is it a beautiful design and a home that perfectly showcases the skill of its builders, but it also showcases a space that visitors would be able to envisage living comfortably in for years to come. Its industrial façade is contemporary and clean and is up to date with current trends. The interior is a beautiful extension of the contemporary freshness that visitors are introduced to from the outside. Clean lines, bright use of materials and…

Kit, manufactured and transportable homes offer practical solutions to a range of building challenges and give owners the satisfaction of building their own house. Kit homes are a great option for those with a short timeframe, as a large part of the construction can take place off-site and be delivered to your land. They are also much cheaper than building from scratch, with options to suit every budget, approach and desired house size. Proudly sponsored by Parkwood Modular Buildings…

Suited to almost any location — farm, suburbia, acreage or beachfront — Storybook Designer Homes’ residences are always inviting. The attic-style houses on offer at Storybook Designer Homes look like they’ve jumped straight out of a picture book. With a team of experienced and professional staff, the company strives to please and accommodate all clients. It understands that designing and planning are the most important aspects of building a new home or adding an extension to an existing property. Whether you’re looking for a modern or traditional-style residence, the company has a design to suit. And while there are more than 2000 designs to choose from, Storybook Designer Homes remains focused on providing an individual design service for all clients. According to managing director and designer Phil Malcolm, “Storybook clearly…

WIRELESS LOCK UP The PowerLift MyQ is a new development from Chamberlain, an Australian manufacturer of automatic garage door openers. “Smart home connectivity is a growing part of our everyday lives,” explains Grant Emanunel, head of marketing at Chamberlain. “Automating your garage door with the PowerLift MyQ not only makes getting in and out of your home much easier, it also solves those panic moments when you rush out of the house to get to work and then question whether you left the garage door open or not.” The PowerLiftMyQ is a DIY garage door opener that enables homeowners to connect via their smart device to their wireless network from wherever they are, allowing them to monitor and control their garage door. “Chamberlain’s MyQ provides the perfect solution for those…

An accessible and convenient option for new home buyers is a house and land package. When land is released from the government, property developers jump on the opportunity. After laying down the infrastructure, including roads, water, utilities and sewerage, property developers tend to sell the newly acquired land in one of two ways: either they build homes and sell them as complete packages, or they come up with a range of standard, customisable designs for buyers to choose the block they like and then build the home with features that suit their needs. “In a house and land package, the builder has already taken care of all the site assessments, land surveys, design and engineering. Any issues or tasks that might arise from the land contour or soil classifications are…

This contemporary custom-built home from Horizon Homes offers a perfect example of a sophisticated abode that caters expertly to its homeowners’ needs. This abode was created for a busy family with young children. The homeowners had some specific ideas in mind about what they needed to cater for their family and worked closely with Horizon Homes to bring this to fruition. The clients were referred to the builders via other clients who had previously built with Horizon Homes. Trusting in this referral, they enlisted the company to take care of this large job from design through to completion, including carpet, driveway and fencing. “After meeting with them and listening to their requirements we prepared our customised concept design, which they loved straight away,” explains Denis Carroll, director of Horizon Homes.…

This home is spacious, contemporary, clean and functional — with a sprinkling of luxury thrown in for good measure. For this retired couple, a home that ticked the opulence box was important. The clients wanted a residence that presented beautifully and accommodated themselves and their grown-up sons when they came to visit. Bellmarch Homes was the builder of choice to bring this client’s home to life, having been referred to these homeowners via other clients and selected because of its excellent track record building exceptional luxury homes in and around Sydney. The home is situated in Terrigal, NSW, a well-sought-after corner of the world. It is less than two hours to Sydney’s CBD and is a particularly beautiful stretch of coastline with a stunning beach and excellent accessibility to outdoor…

Homeowners can expect a pleasant surprise upon entry to this sophisticated display home. From the outside, what presents as a single-storey abode opens up to reveal a timber staircase leading to a spacious mezzanine area. According to Joel Steers of Southern Vale Homes, “The added expense of a two-storey build can add up to 20 per cent to your overall project budget, and could cost upwards of $30,000–$50,000 more by going with a conventional two-storey design. Floor space ratio (FSR) to site coverage is a growing challenge in Sydney, as building your dream home needs to also adhere to relevant planning and development legislation. For a typical 300–450m2 block in Sydney, this means your home’s footprint must occupy no more than 55 per cent of your block.” “Opting to build…

“Our clients were a working couple in their early 40s with three young, growing boys. They were referred to us from another Paal customer and opted for a large, attractive country-style home with two living areas, four bedrooms and two bathrooms. They needed enough space to accommodate three fast-growing boys and a home that allowed for outdoor entertaining. It was also important to the couple to be able to enjoy views from three sides of the home; something our Camden design — with modifications — allows for. “The homeowners were building in the Upper Hunter, where termites can cause problems. For this reason, among others, Steven and Michelle Clydsdale chose a steel-framed design from Paal Kit Homes, which they constructed themselves. “Our process from start to finish is simple. With…

By considering a modular solution for their new home, this young working family now has all they were looking for and more in a family abode, all wrapped up in a stylish, contemporary package. This was the third time the family had undergone the building process — and it was by far the least stressful for them. They’d previously renovated, then built a project home and were slugged with surprise additional costs and a lengthy, complicated build process. In choosing a modular build they were delighted with the whole process, from the ease of choosing a design right through to the quick turnaround and hassle-free construction process, which meant they were enjoying their new residence a whole lot sooner. The homeowners wanted a coastal feel, including high ceilings and light…

Decorating with colour is easy with Beaumont Tiles, which presents a spectacular array of options for those looking to decorate or renovate with a bit of brightness. Rachel Gilding of Beaumont Tiles outlines some ways to make this work in your home. Firstly, “decide how much colour to use. Will your colour design dominate your room, or have a focal point creating emphasis, such as a colourful mosaic splashback, bath hob or a shower wall?” Secondly, Rachel recommends taking some time to select colours. “As a starting point, look in your own wardrobe; people are more inclined to gravitate to colours that look good on themselves. They become favourites and we tend to like to see them in our surroundings. Warm colours, such as red, orange and yellow, are vivid…

The Aurora, Buildcraft Constructions’ new display home in the HomeQuest Display Village, is a bold, contemporary and functional home that pushed the boundaries for the builder and the designer. The brief was for a contemporary home to suit the needs of the modern Australian family. It had to be able to evolve with time and naturally change and adapt to the family’s requirements. In meeting this brief, the architectural elements of the house are allowed to shine in their own right while also integrating with the interior through the use of lines, shapes, colours and materials. “The inspiration behind The Aurora came from keeping many successful elements of the floorplan from Buildcraft’s previous display home, The Sterling, and introducing new elements,” says Buildcraft Constructions. The Aurora is minimalist in design,…

An effective display home showcases to potential homeowners the possibilities that lay before them. Yes, a display home presents options for layout, customisable elements, fixtures and fittings, but it also enables viewers to understand and experience how their lifestyles could change, too. Visiting a display home explores the idea that a lifestyle could be improved with a more logical layout, versatile customisations and fixtures and fittings that make coming home after a long day’s work a pleasure and never a chore. This beautiful display home from Rawson Homes does all of those things. It presents a lifestyle that is contemporary, fun and sophisticated, yet also functional. There are some striking elements found here that make it desirable, such as the attention to detail, the nod to contemporary living and its…

Tackling a small plot of land when aiming to build can be a beastly challenge. When this homeowner purchased a site that was approximately six metres wide — roughly the width of a garage — he needed to find an option that would allow him to build despite space limitations. Parkwood Homes offered the homeowner an excellent solution with a prefabricated home that could be lifted onto the site. The land, which seemed to have been left over from a jigsaw puzzle subdivision in an older suburb of Newcastle, was possibly originally intended to be a driveway garage for the homes either side of it. “The sheer narrowness of the site, with adjacent homes barely a metre off the boundary, meant that to build conventionally would have involved spilling out…

The homeowners of this build were a middle-aged couple with two older children who came to Harkaway Homes as it has a long-held reputation as an industry leader in Australian traditional housing. The clients’ main objective was to build an exact reproduction of a double-fronted Victorian home. On establishment in its suburban location, it also needed to blend in with the local period homes. “For these clients we supplied a lock-up package, which includes all the materials to take them to lock-up stage (this is the outer shell of the home) starting from above floor level,” explains Stephen Cahill, General Manager, Harkaway Homes. “We aim our homes at clients who wish to project manage the construction using the services of local tradespeople. This keeps the project cost-effective and, more importantly,…

As operations manager for Whytehall Services, Alex Labberton typically works on commercial projects for large, well-known companies doing interior and structural fitouts. However, he swapped his suit for his tool belt to build a holiday home for his family. “It was my chance to get back on the tools as a hobby across 18 months of weekends, public holidays and RDOs to build the family holiday home,” says Alex, an experienced builder. “I pretty much had carte blanche but my Dad warned me ‘You better not build me an office block’. It’s a family joke because I also have a hotelier cousin who built a foyer-style reception area in his home.” The home is 600 square metres on one level in coastal Kilcunda, Victoria, and overlooks Bass Coast. There are…