Innholdsfortegnelse for NSW & Qld Issue #26.3 i BuildHome

Classic yet coastal, sophisticated yet relaxed … Hamptons style has taken Australia by storm. With a palette inspired by the coast, light and bright interior spaces, and a chic beach vibe layered on top of a traditional backdrop, the Hamptons look may hail from America but it is perfectly at home here. We take a look at what makes a Hamptons-inspired home and why it’s an adpatable style that’s just as suited to a home in the suburbs of Melbourne as it is a seaside community on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. For those who want more certainty in the build process, or to avoid the process of buying land and then finding a builder, a fixed price house and land package can be a great solution. Taking this one step further,…

You don’t need to live at the beach to enjoy a Hamptons lifestyle. Whether you’re seeking a home with a coastal look for maximum street appeal or an interior that puts you in a holiday mood, this modular home from Manor will indulge you — and you can be living in your Hamptons-style home sooner than you think. “Relaxing tones of classic grey and white bathe the entire home, including the exterior horizontal panelling with its contrast rendering. Symmetrical design lines, a steep pitched roof, the welcoming covered verandah and a distinctive white picket fence all evoke the iconic Hamptons style,” says Andrew Monks, Managing Director of Manor, a company that has been building high-quality modular homes for more than 27 years. This is an abode that makes a truly…

There is a quiet, understated elegance about a Hamptons home that has captured the hearts of Australian homeowners. It’s a classic look that combines coastal and country elements, which means it won’t date and is ideal for any location, from the beach to the mountains. Queensland-based, family-owned DRHomes has been designing and selling Hamptons-style homes for several years, adapting what is a traditional American architectural approach to meet the needs of its key market — families looking for acreage homes. Their latest release is the Delaney 39 Haven. “Hamptons is the big thing at the moment, and we specialise in acreage homes, so we put the two together. Now, Hamptons-style homes represent the bulk of what we sell,” says David Reilly, Director of DRHomes. “We had a Hamptons design in…

Broadly speaking there are two types of turnkey homes. You can buy a brand new, fully completed home that is ready for you to move right in or you can opt for a house and land package where the house has yet to be built but the design and finishes are predetermined. Going down the fixed-price turnkey home route gives you cost certainty and when it’s a house and land combo, dealing with the one company for everything typically speeds the development, approvals and construction processes, which is why turnkey housing solutions hold particular appeal for first home buyers. They save you money, hassle and time. “Turnkey options appeal to people looking to move into a new home sooner and those who would prefer to see what they’re getting and…

It is often difficult to know just where to start when building a new home. There are so many options out there in terms of design and layout it can be hard to visualise what will work best for your family. Display homes help you see the options in real life and get a good feel for what you like and what is possible. The creation of display villages has made viewing a broad selection of homes incredibly easy. Not only that, most project home builders now allow for a wide range of customisation so once you have chosen the design you really like, you can select the floor plan and inclusions that will best suit your individual needs and lifestyle.…

Inspired by the luxury homes that dot the southern shores of New York’s Long Island — better known as The Hamptons — the architect-designed Boston 36 from Clarendon Homes is an abode of superlative style. Not only does it boast four bedrooms and three bathrooms, making it ideal for the larger family, its sympathetic but edgy approach to using Hamptons-inspired materials and detailing ensures the home stands out against its competitors. First impressions count and from the moment you spy the facade, with its complementary mix of materials in a colour palette of soft-white and grey, a feeling of relaxation washes over you. The sensation is enhanced when you step into the entry, where detailed timber ceilings provide visual warmth and a feeling of tranquillity, and the direct sightline to…

Q. GIVEN COVID-19’S IMPACT, IS NOW THE TIME FOR PEOPLE TO INVEST IN BRICKS AND MORTAR? A: Thinking about it, there’s never been a better time to build. Not only are there a number of great government incentives around to help families planning to build a new home, there’s never been more tangible value in investing in bricks and mortar. Given the year we’ve all had, ‘home’ has never been more important to people. I think COVID-19 has really highlighted how the modern home is more than just walls and floors. It’s now where people work every day, where multigenerational families live together and, of course, where some of the most important moments in our lives take place. That means now is a great time for people to make their…

This is a home with a true sense of arrival. From the moment you lay eyes on this remarkable residence, your gaze is drawn to the decorative stone-clad entry porch that signals a warm welcome. Built by Young Homes for a working couple with an adult son, this impeccable two-storey abode sits in the outer Sydney suburb of Castle Hill where it has quickly become the talk of the neighbourhood — in the best possible way. Passers-by often stop to admire the classical exterior while visitors are immediately impressed by the interior, a well-considered mix of classical and modern elements. Explains Dean Young, Director of Young Homes, “The clients built their previous home with us and were so pleased with the result that when it came time to build their…

With a decades-long passion for interior design, Samantha knew instantly she had found the home she wanted to build for her family when she and her husband David came across Harkaway Homes just over 10 years ago. With previous experience in building and renovating, Samantha had no hesitation about becoming an owner-builder and project managing the construction of her new family home. “I was so excited and the process didn’t scare me at all,” she says. “When we found Harkaway Homes, we instantly fell in love with the charm and character of the homes and, in particular, the Gabled Homestead Series. We knew that we wanted a country-style house and the symmetry of this roofline really appealed to me, as did the ceiling heights and the verandahs that wrap around…

The Hamptons, a renowned seaside community on Long Island in the US, has long been a haven for affluent New Yorkers and the distinctive homes that predominate are entirely in keeping with Australian tastes and our love of laid-back indoor-outdoor living. Typified by large, lightfilled living spaces and the use of rustic materials, both coastal and classic design details, and elegant accessories, it’s a style that is just as well suited to the suburbs of Melbourne as it is a beach community in Queensland. A Hamptons interior can be easily identified. Look for detailed architraves and skirting boards, cornices, wainscot panelling, a classic staircase and plantation shutters. Herringbone flooring, high ceilings, classic tapware and light fittings, subway-tiled kitchen splashbacks and bathrooms, and stone benchtops also say Hamptons. Externally, look for…

Offering room to grow and interior spaces that are awash with light, this utterly captivating home, designed and built in the Hamptons style by Hume Building, offers the kind of relaxed, family-friendly living we all crave. “Our client requested an open-plan home that would be suitable for a family and our Henty 309 design proved ideal,” says Stephen Higham, Director of Hume Building. “With four spacious bedrooms, a rumpus room located central to the children’s bedrooms, a separate home theatre, and a light and bright kitchen, dining and family living zone, there is plenty of space for everyone to gather together or spend time apart.” The perfect parents’ retreat, the master bedroom is located to the rear of the home and has French doors that open out to the alfresco.…

The keenly contested 2020 HIA-CSR Australian Housing Awards served to recognise exemplary housing projects and industry professionals, with the entrants judged on a range of factors, including quality of workmanship and creative design. Exemplifying these standards was this year’s major winner, Queensland’s BJ Millar Constructions, who took out the 2020 HIA-CSR Australian Home of the Year award. “The awards allow us to acknowledge members who excel in building exceptional homes, kitchens and bathrooms, and run highly successful businesses,” says Graham Wolfe, HIA Managing Director. “The 2020 winners have surpassed the highest standards in workmanship and pushed the boundaries with design and innovation.” On the following pages we showcase just some of the inspiring winners. 2020 HIA AUSTRALIAN PROJECT HOME Winner: Thomas Archer Homes, Victoria Description: Contemporary style and clever design…

Since 1960, Sekisui House has built nearly 2.5 million homes for families around the world, each designed with people at its heart. They pioneer new innovations designed to meet the changing needs of people, communities and the environment. Buying a new home has never been easier with SHAWOOD by Sekisui House now offering turnkey solutions at The Hermitage in Gledswood Hills and selected locations within the North West and South West regions of Sydney. From completed designer terrace homes and freestanding residences to off the plan house and land packages, SHAWOOD offers a range of homes to suit the needs of different buyers. The Hermitage in Gledswood Hills is Sekisui House’s flagship masterplanned estate, located in the heart of one of Sydney’s fastest growing regions, the South West. Designed to…

Claiming a coveted location on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, The Gurangai, an award-winning home of modern-coastal design, is the undeniable jewel in the crown of the Artisan By Icon Homes collection. This forward-looking design presents a fresh, new perspective on the definition of contemporary living; one that appeals to design-savvy families and those who want to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle in this highly sought-after area. It also shows what Icon Homes can achieve, even on the most challenging site. “This is the perfect family home with a space for everyone to call their own across three levels. This includes a spectacular parents’ retreat on level three, an inviting pool area and a covered outdoor entertaining space,” says Adam Crawford, Icon Homes’ Director. “Just as importantly, the custom-designed Gurangai has been adapted…

The Aurora from Buildcraft Constructions is a home that pushes the boundaries of design and construction. In designing The Aurora, the goal was to create a flexible and stylish home to suit the needs of the modern Australian family. Just as important was a design that would never date or lose its relevance. “The Aurora display home is minimalist in design and makes a dramatic statement, externally and internally. The exterior colour scheme emphasises the home’s pared-back modern design and the facade employs a modest palette of materials. Acrylic render to the main body of the house creates a crisp, clean canvas to emphasise the dark window frames, stone-look tile cladding and feature timber,” explains John Ugarkovic, Director of Buildcraft Constructions, “The external colours and materials flow into the home’s…

For future homeowners who know exactly what they want, there really is no substitute for a custom-built abode. Finding a reputable builder is the first, and perhaps most important, step on the journey towards creating your dream home — one designed with your lifestyle needs, sense of style and location in mind. A custom builder will guide you through every stage, from design to construction, and will work towards turning your dreams into reality. To streamline the process, a custom builder can also coordinate and manage the whole project to ensure everything stays on track and the end result lives up to expectations.…

A modern interpretation of a traditional Georgian design, this luxurious residence in Sydney’s North West is home to a professional couple with two young children and an appreciation for the finer things in life. “The brief was to create a large Georgian-style home over three levels, taking full advantage of the various site constraints, topography of the land and orientation of the site,” says Roderick McDonald, Company Architect for Chateau Architects and Builders. “The interiors were to be classical in styling but with modern features such as smart wiring and an internal lift.” That wasn’t all, though. The room arrangements and orientation were to follow the principles of Vastu, an ancient Indian system of architecture that promotes positive energy and a healthier living environment. “Large enough to accommodate social gatherings,…

Whether building or renovating a home, it’s important to remember that using the right products and service providers is essential if you want a quality abode that will last you through the years. The foundations upon which your home is built, the insulation you use in the walls, the materials you choose for your roof and the expertise of the consultants who assess your home’s energy efficiency — these are all critical factors. You need to conduct thorough research, shop around and use only reputable suppliers and service providers.…

Australians right around the country have taken to Hamptons architecture with great fervour — and why wouldn’t they? Hamptons-style homes have a timeless elegance and attention to detail similar to that of Australia’s own character-filled traditional Queenslander, Victorian and Colonial homes. In designing and building their new Hamptons display home, the guiding mantra for the team at Garth Chapman Queenslanders was to craft a striking home that faithfully represented an authentic piece of traditional architecture. “The home’s external appeal is undeniable with its multiple gables, eave brackets and Scyon Linea cladding; also the front and rear timber verandahs that draw all the elements together,” says Stephen Havas, Director of Garth Chapman Queenslanders. “Then there’s the dark-grey painted timber entry door, surrounded by white joinery and trims, which provides a tantalising…

Designed for a professional couple with two children, this Hamptons-style home fits hand-in-glove with its waterside location in Wynnum, a coastal suburb of Brisbane. “The clients came to us with a block of land that was right on the water which they wanted us to utilise to its full potential,” explains Mike Nancarrow, General Manager of OJ Pippin Homes. “Their goal was to create a family-friendly home but they didn’t want to sacrifice style to achieve it. “The clients, who were referred to us by a previous happy customer, gave us a design brief after which we set about drawing their home from scratch. The concept was created and costed, and once the couple was 110 per cent happy they signed off on their new home. Next step was a…

Luxury means something different to all of us. For the owner of this multi-award-winning home on the Gold Coast, it means a home of bold contrasts where outdoor spaces are given as much priority as indoor spaces and an unconventional layout adds interest and intrigue while simultaneously enhancing liveability. Employing textured concrete as a principal building material, something traditionally associated with brutalist architecture, the Queensland home, dubbed Cove House, has been described as robust but thanks to the liberal use of timber trimmings, the effortless outdoor connections and the elements of sub-tropical modernism, it has also been praised for its elegance and warmth. Built by BJ Millar Constructions and designed by Justin Humphrey Architects, the home claims a highly prized location in Sanctuary Cove where it enjoys an enviable view…

Sleek, ultra-modern and with ample space for entertaining, this custom-designed home in the Brisbane suburb of Bridgeman Downs has exceeded the owners’ expectations. This was the second home that the clients, a young, professional couple with a small child, had built with OJ Pippin Homes and for this one, they opted for an even higher level of customisation and inclusions. “Taking inspiration from modern and traditional design trends, the home is a mix of everything the owners love,” says Mike Nancarrow, General Manager of OJ Pippin Homes. “The interior, awash with both neutral and bold colours, focuses on the basics of line, shape and form. The use of angular elements is a feature and especially evident in the staircase, kitchen, windows and outdoor areas. “The angularity of the striking facade…

Large and luxurious, the Sovereign is a home for big families, growing families looking to upsize, and anyone seeking an affordable home with lots of space to entertain. Offering 38.7 squares of spacious living, it’s also a home that’s ideal for a knockdown-rebuild project. Allcastle Homes, an Australian-owned, family-operated company, had a very specific goal in mind when designing the Sovereign. “We wanted to create a modern home for growing families; a home that was well-connected with a choice of entertainment areas downstairs and privacy for family members upstairs,” says Ann Duong, Allcastle Homes’ Marketing Manager. “When you enter the Sovereign, you step into a substantial open-plan lounge and dining area. As you move into the middle of the home you encounter the spacious family area which in turn leads…

The perfect blend of style, luxury and practicality, the San Marino from McDonald Jones is the kind of home in which life-long memories are made. The San Marino Manor, the newest evolution of the much-loved San Marino suite of designs, offers families even more everyday luxuries to treasure, especially for those looking for a split-level home to maximise a sloping block. ”The architecturally designed San Marino Manor, on display at HomeWorld Marsden Park in Sydney’s North West, was crafted for seamless indoor-outdoor living, making it ideal for entertaining as well as everyday family living. There is even an outdoor sanctuary off the master suite — a tranquil space where parents can enjoy a little privacy,” says Nathan Klein, Sales Manager for McDonald Jones. “The floor plan also provides dedicated rooms…

Set in the midst of a peaceful, bushland-embraced five-acre block in the heart of rural south east Victoria, this is the home of Nick and Rebecca Bishop, co-founders of Elite Building Services. The couple purchased the property when the home was partially constructed, deciding it would make the ideal base for their family of four and serve as a means of showcasing the calibre of their work. “When we bought it, the home was almost at lock up stage with the slab, frame, roof and bricks up,” explains Nick. “We changed some of the basic structure, including some of the internal walls, and completely changed the fittings and fixtures, style and character of the home. Our goal was to produce an exceptionally high quality of home and showcase our complete…

Kit, modular and prefabricated homes, available in myriad styles, offer a raft of practical solutions to a diverse range of building challenges. Kit and modular homes are also a sensible option for those faced with a restricted timeframe for building. With a modular home-build, for example, the bulk of the construction process takes place off-site in the factory after which the modules are delivered straight to your land for connection. With a kit home, components are also delivered to your site and various elements, such as trusses, are prefabricated. Modular and kit homes can be a cheaper alternative to building a home in the traditional manner. They both provide a high level of quality control, offer a more sustainable way of building and homes are available in an array of…

Having purchased a beautiful two-and-a-half-acre block of land just outside of Melbourne it was time for Andrew Walsh to build his long-planned country-style home. His first consideration was where to position the house on the block. Maximising the bush view was central to making that decision and the location he chose had a two-metre across-site fall. The home Andrew built measures 296sqm and features a 231sqm wrap-around deck which adds to the country look while providing plenty of outdoor relaxation space. Andrew limited the height of the floor to one metre so there would be no need to add balustrading, thereby ensuring the deck maintained an airy, open feel. The character home is crowned by a Colorbond roof with a 28-degree pitch. Andrew chose a dark colour for the roof,…