2024 HOUSE OF THE YEAR AWARDS

MASTER BUILD 10 YEAR GUARANTEE MULTI UNIT
(APARTMENTS/ DUPLEXES/ TERRACE HOUSING)

 

This boutique development was strategically subdivided to fit at the rear of a 612sqm property and the duplex cleverly designed to maximise each ≈116sqm site, making the homes feel much larger. Outside the gabled roof and white weatherboards are utterly contemporary yet also at home in the historical neighbourhood and a patio entry invites guests to come on in and join the fun. Downstairs, the open plan living zones are spacious and light, with warm sun streaming in through west-facing bi-folds that open up to add the generous patio as an outdoor room. A clean, white aesthetic with accents of warm wood is immediately appealing and finished to perfection with a slatted underdeck, recessed lights and elegant finger tiles on the kitchen wall.

From the high-end cook top entertaining is easy, with a natural flow to the dining table and after dinner drinks in the lounge.

Upstairs three bedrooms and two bathrooms are ample for a professional share pad or family. The main suite is sublime, with an ensuite and walk-in robe, raked ceiling adding height and light, and a private deck perfect for sundowners.


 

ALTUS WINDOW SYSTEMS NEW HOME $750K-$1M

 

This single level 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home offers class and comfort in equal measure thanks to a clever layout, intelligent use of space and a tasteful and contemporary finish with just the right amount of glamour.

On the imposing façade, vertical cedar panels sit framed within the bold lines of an earthy Weathertex weathergrove. A storage loft adds extra dimension and extends to provide light and height to the 4.4m entry hall.

From the entry a barn door slides to reveal the open-plan living zone, where rich wood pairs with black, white and charcoal, and plush furnishings add pops of vibrant colour. It’s utterly contemporary yet with an ageless charm, and the 2.7m stud helps the whole room feel bright and spacious.

The kitchen is sleek, with gunmetal taps and sink in perfect harmony with the charcoal of the Dekton benchtop, and subtle matt-black handles almost unseen on the deep drawers that provide plenty of storage. Feature panels of American white oak form angles in the corner, hiding a walk-in pantry on one side and creating a study nook on the other.

The lounge is anchored by an electric fireplace that brings warmth and ambience, while built-in shelves and cabinetry offer more storage, extra seating and lots of added style.

The dining area is quite distinct and connects with the outside via double stacker sliding doors that add lots of natural light. Slipped away, their postless corner creates a seamless connection to extensive wooden decks that are partially sheltered by a remote-controlled, louvered pergola, extending the usefulness of this relaxation and entertainment space.

When quiet time is required, the private wing is well separated, running behind the living zone. The principal suite boasts its own aircon and has lots of natural light, with sliding doors opening to the deck. The ensuite has a generous tiled shower and sits beyond the walk-in robe, great for privacy and insulating the noise of those early morning showers. Down the hall two more ample and equal bedrooms share the well-appointed main bathroom, serving family life well.

Off the entry, an extra multi-purpose room with its own ensuite, entry and deck provides a tonne of added flexibility. Storage has been prioritised throughout, including a purpose-built storage loft and cupboards and shelves wherever space allows. In the garage more shelves, carpet and lots of light make this a second multi-purpose space and an EV power point has you set for the future.

Grooved internal doors, glazing that lets in light while maintains privacy, a fully fenced section and extra parking for a caravan or boat are yet more examples of the meticulous attention to detail that has gone into crafting this standout home.