2020 HOUSE OF THE YEAR AWARDS

BUILDER'S OWN HOME

 

With its clean lines, expansive spaces and exquisite detailing, this home is the epitome of urban countryside luxury.

Grandly overlooking the native bush, this H design featuring high pitch ceilings, 4 bedroom with 2 living areas and fuses contemporary living with architectural elegance.

Experience the perfect integration between the vast indoor and outdoor spaces that allow for year-round entertaining. Materials and products have been thoughtfully appointed from the seamed metal roof, to the Weatherboards and cedar highlights.

Exquisite detailing from the thick granite benchtops with natural oak and leather kitchen flowing through to the pantry to the custom doors used throughout. Feature walls splashed with felt wallpaper to living room, powder room and guest bedroom with lush carpet and Italian tiles throughout.

Oozing with ambience and natural light from carefully thought out joinery and skylights in the large covered courtyard. You can see why this home is in a league of its own.

 

CARTERS NEW HOME $1M-1.5M

 

This modern-day manor ticks all the right boxes. Nestled amongst the lush greenery of the landscaping, this majestic 287m2 weatherboard and brick home split over two levels offers both space and luxury.

Four bedrooms, plus a study, gallery styled kitchen from natural wood to stone benchtops complete with butler’s pantry and extensive decking caters for the whole family and entertaining guests. High raking ceilings allow for movement and light to flow through the north-facing central living space, whilst showcasing the fireplace, textured plaster feature wall and built in shelving and wooden flooring.

A foyer bridge separates the public from private areas and privacy has been thoughtfully considered with the exterior louvre screen and contained living downstairs, to the glazed areas and louvre windows for ventilation.

Technical excellence emphasises the cantilevered brick clad bedroom overhanging the triple car garage below. Design, details and class; this piece of paradise has it all.

 

GIB SHOW HOME

 

Step into the future of urban family living. Sleek, striking Wainui Cove is the perfect balance of opposites. Black pitch pavilions contrast ivory weatherboard pods in this architecturally designed four bedroom home. Cool, black features are warmed by stylish cedar detailing inside and out. The stylish eyebrows frame the exterior and draw you into the vast living space with high-raking ceilings making the use of PosiStrut design and extensive glazing. The elegant floor to ceiling glazed entry invites you into a spacious layout with separate private and public areas. Angled timber wall panels offer privacy from those walking down the hallway while creating a stunning wall that adds flair to the central living space. Two wings offer space and privacy and a second lounge offers a private haven, opening out to a tranquil north facing rear deck shared with the master and surrounded by lush foliage. Clean lines, hidden details and perfect finishes.

 

VOLUME/ GROUP HOUSING NEW HOME UP TO $450K

 

This impressive 159sqm dwelling has delivered its owners a family-friendly home at an affordable price, without compromising on the finer details.

Brick mixes with weatherboard cladding and metal roofing on the exterior, offering plenty of street appeal while maximizing thermal efficiency and being low-maintenance for modern urban living.

Window and door placement and sizes have been carefully selected to ensure that plenty of natural light flows into the living spaces.

There is a strong design element to this home comprising of four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a single garage and a feature pergola, while still providing versatility.

The fourth bedroom can also be used as a media room or study space.

The open-plan living area is an inviting space, with warm timber and high-stud ceilings. Large sliders have been positioned to open this area to the outdoors for easy entertaining. Meanwhile, wide hallways and an impressive kitchen with butler’s pantry and quality appliances and fixtures add invaluable comfort.