Innholdsfortegnelse for NSW & Qld Issue #28.3 i BuildHome

The Hamptons, a renowned collection of seaside communities on Long Island in the US, has long been a haven for affluent New Yorkers and the distinctive homes that predominate, a source of architectural and design inspiration around the world. Nowhere has this style taken root as deeply as it has in Australia. Typified by large, light-filled living spaces, the use of rustic materials, coastal and classic design details, and elegant accessories, it’s a style that is just as well suited to the suburbs as it is a coastal or country setting. A traditional Hamptons interior is easy to identify. Just look for detailed architraves and skirting boards, cornices, wainscot panelling, a timber staircase and plantation shutters. Herringbone flooring, high ceilings, classic tapware and light fittings, subway-tiled kitchen splashbacks and bathrooms,…

There is no denying the enduring appeal of the Hamptons architectural style as this stunning custom home proves. Designed for a large, busy family and located in the coincidentally named suburb of Hampton in Melbourne’s south east, it epitomises everything that is so special and timeless about Hamptons-inspired homes. “The clients, who had built with us before, approached us with a clear brief,” recalls David Norton, Director, Norton Builders. “They wanted a home that would comfortably house their family of six and provide everyone with a space to call their own as well as spaces they could share. The family also wanted a home that would make indoor-outdoor entertaining easy and be a place in which they could create many happy memories. “Just as importantly, the style of the home,…

Claiming pride of place on a small corner block in Brisbane’s outer suburbs, this Hamptonsstyle abode looks right at home. “Although unmistakably Hamptons,” says David Adams, Director of Stroud Homes Brisbane East, “this is a modern interpretation of a traditional Hamptons home — one that will stand the test of time. Just one example of this is the way in which we discreetly integrated smart home technology, thereby future-proofing the design. “The first step was finding a design to work with the block. We started with our award-winning Kirra design and modified it to maximise the building envelope and aspect. Fitting a large home on a small site is always a challenge. We needed to keep space for a backyard and pool while ensuring both frontages presented a great streetscape.”…

As working from home becomes more commonplace, even a necessity for some, the quest for the perfect home office space has intensified. If you have a spare room away from the ruckus of daily family life, or a recently-built home with an office/study space included, you’re set. Or perhaps you have an unused garage you can convert. If not, then a prefab backyard office pod or garden studio is ideal. There are prefab modular and kit home offices/studios aplenty; also converted shipping container modules and tiny cabins that can be relocated if you no longer need them. Of course, it’s not just our home offices that are taking root in the garden. There are prefab art studios, workshops for hobbyists, teenager retreats and outdoor living rooms that double as a…

We all deserve a little luxury in our lives, which is why Wisdom Homes has introduced the Manor Collection — a series of exclusive designs built with superior quality, distinctive style and an abundance of space for those who demand excellence. Discover a bespoke customdesigned selection of luxurious homes conceived with large multigenerational families in mind. Offering numerous living areas and five double bedrooms in each design, every home in the collection is the epitome of luxury family living. You also have a higher level of inclusions and a huge selection of elegant design features so that every home can be personalised to suit your unique lifestyle. “The first in the Manor Collection series, the Manhattan 56, offers luxury living along with a raft of customisable options,” says Mark Scully,…

This three-storey home was designed and built for a family of five and their beloved dog. “They are in love with the thoughtful interior and exterior spaces exclusively created for the family. Their wishes and aspirations were carefully considered and well executed. With this home, their dreams were turned into reality and they couldn’t be happier with the result,” says Alex McDonald, Director, Chateau Architects + Builders. This unique site is sits on a quiet road on Sydney’s Lower North Shore and captures uninterrupted views towards the suburb of Northridge. This was a knockdown-rebuild with only the existing double-sized tennis court retained. Next to this a new pavilion, pool and spa were built, making this the family’s outdoor entertaining hub. On the left-hand side of the new multi-level home sits…

Proudly sponsored by PAAL Kit Homes Kit, modular and prefabricated homes, available in myriad styles, offer a raft of practical solutions to a diverse range of common building challenges. Kit and modular homes are also a sensible option for those faced with a restricted timeframe for building. With a modular home, the bulk of the construction process takes place off-site in a factory setting, 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…

Tiny homes are having a moment. The concept of tiny homes is enchanting and whether you’re wanting a guest space on your property, an out-of-home office or you’re downsizing to a simpler way of living, a tiny home is a great addition to your life. It may seem a daunting thought to some — why would someone choose to live in a small space? In western culture, we have always been led to believe bigger is best. There’s merit in both arguments, but some of the largest drawcards to reducing your home’s square footage include financial and environmental factors. Tiny homes are an attractive solution for those looking to break into the property market as cost of living pressures increase and the regional property market continues to soar, driving demand…

There is no disputing it. Australians love the Hamptons look and it’s a design aesthetic that complements the way we like to live — and where we like to live. As an architectural style, it’s equally at home in a beachside location as it is in a rural setting. And it’s just as well suited to the suburbs, especially those with character or period homes. In Australia, we do Hamptons a bit differently to how they do it on Long Island, a popular coastal destination outside of New York where the style originated. “The Hamptons look can have many different variations but at its core is a coastal-inspired relaxed sophistication that embodies a highend layered look,” says Natalee Bowen, an Australian expert on Hamptons design, the Creative Director of Indah…

When the time came for a Brisbane couple to build their dream Hamptons-style home, a chance event led them to OJ Pippin Homes. “Our journey actually started with OJ Pippin building on the block next to ours,” says homeowner Joy Bobir. “There was a delivery truck that knocked down a boundary peg which was hidden by grass so I phoned the company to mention the accident. I received a phone call back and assurance it would be rectified. It was fixed that very day with a followup call to let us know. I was so impressed with this, and OJ’s genuineness, that we switched builder mid-design.” Wade Hastie, OJ Pippin Homes' Managing Director, takes up the story, saying, “The homeowners stipulated their budget, gave us the overall design inspiration for…

Sophisticated yet relaxed, Hamptons style has taken Australia by storm and it’s hardly surprising. With a palette inspired by the coast, light and bright interior spaces, a by-the-beach vibe and classic architectural detailing, the Hamptons look may hail from America but it is perfectly at home here. “Inspired by the architecture and interior decorating style of the Hamptons holiday homes that claim prized seaside locations along the eastern beaches of New York’s Long Island, the interior of the Panorama 39 home represents elegant but casual coastal living,” says Daniel King, Sales Manager — Hunter, McDonald Jones. “Hamptons style is light and fresh, and it begins with classic architectural design features. These include wall panelling, high coffered or pitched ceilings, timber floors, shuttered windows and, in two-storey designs, a distinctive timber…

It is often rather difficult to know just where to start when you embark upon what is an exciting adventure — building a new home. There are so many options when it comes to design, floor plans and upgrades 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 first-hand feel for what you like and an understanding of what’s possible. The creation — and proliferation — of display villages has made viewing a diverse selection of homes incredibly easy. Not only that, most project home builders now allow for a broad range of customisation, so once you have chosen the design you really like, you can select the upgrades and inclusions that…

One of MOJO Homes’ most stylish offerings, the Chevron 37, has everything a large or growing family needs. With three separate sitting areas and four bedrooms upstairs, there’s plenty of room for a family of five or more. Creating a home that could comfortably accommodate a large family was an essential part of the design brief, as was ensuring the home would have a luxe feel to match its grand proportions. As you would expect from MOJO Homes, a great deal of thought went into creating a floor plan that was flexible, free-flowing and delivered light and airy spaces, starting with the entry area. The moment you step into it you notice how spacious it feels — an effect due, in large part, to the clever use of an open…

Set in the beautiful coastal area of Anglesea in Victoria, this earthy, dramatic and expertly constructed holiday home is designed to respond to its breathtaking bush-meets-beach site. Located near the Great Ocean Road, the site was formerly occupied by a rundown single-level 1960s beach shack surrounded by scrubby native vegetation. Designed by Format Architects and built for a family of four, the new home is both captivating and functional. The versatile floor plan generously accommodates the owners’ immediate family throughout the year, while easily absorbing additional people at peak vacation times. The main living space and primary bedroom are located upstairs, capturing ocean views throughout the day and enhancing the sense of connection to the tree canopy. Guest bedrooms, a second living area and service spaces are located on the…

Established in 1986, and with thousands of its iconic homes dotted around Australia, Harkaway Homes is an eminent family-owned business that facilitates the cost-effective construction of high quality, individualised traditional homes. Andy O’Shea, the founder of Harkaway Homes, a company named after its birthplace (the south-eastern Melbourne suburb of Harkaway), had a deep appreciation of fine Australiana homes and a detailed knowledge of the profiles and design elements employed in their creation. He drew on this to develop a methodology for reproducing the characterfilled homes of the Victorian and early Federation eras. “It soon became very clear that our concept had struck a chord and that there were many people looking for a home with character, charm and a high level of architectural detail; people who wanted something genuinely different…

A NEW KITCHEN IS A BIG INVESTMENT, AND YOUR NEW SPACE SHOULD BE AS PRACTICAL AS IT IS PRETTY. A kitchen design professional will help you make the best decisions from the beginning, saving you time and heartache in the long run. They’ll consider: Positioning: what are the rooms adjoining the kitchen? From which direction will the kitchen be entered and exited? Access and safety: will access to an under bench oven be tricky? Will overhead cupboards be within reach? Cooking styles: are most meals prepared on the stovetop, baked in the oven or reheated in the microwave or steam oven? Storage requirements: is shopping done in bulk? Will a new fridge be required now, or should it be allowed for in the future? Budget: will the kitchen investment be…

The Australian lifestyle is perfectly suited to beachy Hamptons-inspired homes. It’s a versatile style that is luxurious but relaxed, where classic lines mix with coastal colours to create a timeless look. “With our busy modern lives, the Hamptons interior immediately creates a more casual feel when we get home, or for those times when we just want to chill out with a book in a quiet space. It works well for entertaining, too, when our beautiful warm summer weather allows us to let the outdoors in,” says Greg Ollerhead of OneWorld Collection. The colour palettes, textures and materials used in Hamptons design are influenced by nature. They are ideal for creating a beachside ambience and add a laid-back aesthetic to your home, combining elegance and comfort with a sophisticated yet…

This stunning Hamptons-inspired home ticks all the boxes for the modern family. There is a spacious entertainer’s kitchen with an airy walk-in butler’s pantry, a large study that can be used as a workfrom-home office or a guest bedroom, a dedicated media/TV room, and a massive light-filled kitchen and family area overlooking an outdoor entertaining space. Add to this bedrooms with dual-access bathrooms and a stunning two-storey entry void and you have the amazing Bannaby Apollo 36. “A magnificent family residence that is perfect for narrow blocks, the Bannaby Apollo 36, shown here with the optional Hamptons Trio facade, will be the envy of your neighbours,” says Steven Parissis, Sales Manager, Allcastle Homes. “With its Dutch gabled roof, distinctive columns and cool, contemporary Hamptons palette, this striking facade paints a…

Prefabricated building methods are by no means new. In fact, with each passing year they become more sophisticated and more widely applied. In the residential building arena, modular and kit homes are only increasing in popularity. Part of the reason for this is a growing awareness of the enhanced quality control, time-savings and, in some cases, cost-savings to be had. Another drawcard is the fact that prefabs are generally greener than a traditional build. Managing waste and energy consumption is easier in the controlled environment of a factory; there is also less site disruption. MAGIC OF MODULAR Modular homes cover a range of price points but they can be a cost-effective option for those who need to keep an eye on the budget, and they offer quicker construction times, getting…

Boasting a classical yet contemporary facade and an interior designed for luxurious yet casual living, this exquisite new display home from Buildcraft Constructions perfectly showcases the custom builder’s design and construction expertise and eye for detail. Located in Bella Vista, a flourishing suburb north-west of Sydney, the striking display home was designed with both comfortable family living and easy entertaining in mind. “The front portion of the house is designed for entertaining guests and features a luxurious area for socialising or relaxing. The front foyer also makes a wonderful first impression. As visitors step over the threshold, their eyes are drawn to the large light-filled entry void and the statement wrought-iron staircase,” says John Ugarkovic, Director, Buildcraft Constructions. “The family area of the house features a large kitchen with an…

For future homeowners who know exactly what they want, or have an especially challenging building site, there is no substitute for a bespoke, custom-built abode. Finding a reputable custom builder is the first, and perhaps most important, step on the journey towards creating the home of your dreams — one designed with your lifestyle needs, sense of style and location in mind. You can engage an architect or building designer and then source a builder or look for a custom builder with in-house design services. 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 manage the whole project to ensure everything stays on track and the end result meets…

This project, which involved the insertion of a new three-bedroom residence as a second dwelling on a large block in Melbourne’s Carlton North, is a stellar example of creative design. Explains architect Sarah Kahn, “The owner wanted a simple, flexible and sunlit home — one in which she could remain living alone, happily and safely, well into old age — to be inserted into the unused garden space. “It was a complex site, however, with the existing garage and studio building to one edge surrounded by laneways, a large double-storey heritage terrace house facing the principal street-front to the eastern side, and the remaining land an overgrown, rambling garden.” The new home, which was built by PM & R Constructions, had to sit alongside the studio/garage, allow for direct entry…

One of the attractions of a kit home is the ability to be an owner-builder, saving you money and giving you the satisfaction of being able to stand back at the end and say with pride “I built that”. For the first-time owner-builder, it can seem a bit daunting initially but with the guidance and support of a highly experienced company such as Imagine Kit Homes, the result can be everything you dreamed of, and more. As so many people do today, the owner of this waterfront property searched the web looking for a kit home company that offered a diverse range of designs, the ability to customise those designs, a rock-solid reputation and excellent customer support. Imagine Kit Homes ticked all the boxes for him so he made the…