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BRIEF

• Access to views over the park from both levels • Separate zoning for upper level apartment • Energy efficiency • Accommodation for 3 generations • Secure parking for 4 cars • Universal access-no level change at ground floor & ramps externally • Contemporary style • Lift • Requirement for multiple use of spaces for all residents • Security • Maximum access to northern aspect • Private outdoor courtyard • Theatre room • Quality workmanship by a Master Builder member(MBA)

SITE/COUNCIL CONSIDERATIONS

• Block Size: 636.5sqm • Consideration of adjoining buildings & evolving streetscape • North to the road with views over the park • Vehicle access to REAR ONLY(Council Requirement) with block sloping 2.3M to the main road • Council height restrictions • Council restrictions on first floor development

BUILDING DESIGN PROCESS

The main issues to deal with where the sloping site with the requirement for no steps & vehicle access from the rear. The multiple generation living requirements, universal access & the flexibility for all occupants to live at any level required much thought & planning. Many meetings and alternative layouts where considered. With north to the road we also needed t o achieve northern access from living areas while retaining privacy. The first floor level is a self contained apartment complete with kitchen & laundry. Access to a communal entry, lift & stairs allows for this area to be used by any or all generations as required by the family. There is a guest bedroom at the first floor level for overseas relations. There are two bedrooms at the rear of the ground floor with a separate entry to minimise acoustic issues for the different comings & goings during the course of the day and night. It is becoming more common for the requirement for multiple generations in one home. The need also for universal access is increasing as more people wish to stay in their home as they age. Steps have been kept to a minimum & a ramping path on the east side allows wheelchair access to the home via the family room. All external doors have wheelchair access sills & stainless steel drains & grates to allow for drainage. There is the ability to park 4 cars on site-two covered in the garage & two accessed separately from the laneway, secured behind electric sliding gates. The deck to the front links with the lower level main kitchen/dining/family & overlooks the park. Due to the single level the ground floor is approximately 1000 higher than the landscaped courtyard & verge. This allows unobstructed views of the park from the ground floor deck while remaining visually private behind the screen wall. The home has 5 double bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 powder rooms, 2 living/dining areas, 2 kitchens & a home theatre. The overall house is 477.32sqm (including garage & balconies)

THE BUILDING PROCESS & CUSTOMER SERVICE

As a professional master builder working in the industry for more than 30 years, John is able to advise clients on all aspects of building their new home. John and his team work with the clients from beginning to end and are always available. The clients have direct access to the Building Designer, Interior Designer, Landscaper and supervisor. As a small building company everyone who works at Glenway Homes knows about your project and can assist. Regular site meetings with John during construction are common and necessary to produce a quality custom built home that everyone involved can be proud of. The flexibility of the design process & on site meetings is all part of the service we provide. Glenway has a dilapidation report done of the adjoining residences and works with adjoining owners to ensure the building process has minimal impact on their homes and their lifestyle. If there is any issues to discuss such as fencing John meets with the neighbours & the clients to ensure all parties are happy. Accessibility is a key feature of John’s company - Glenway Homes – Builders of Integrity.

MATERIALS & FEATURES

• Acrylic texture in contrasting paint colours externally • Full height Rectified tiling to bathrooms • Eastern states blackbutt to bedrooms & rectified tiles to living area floors throughout • Commercial Aluminium joinery with Aneeta window inserts • Extensive washed aggregate paving • Curved glass balustrade • Essastone benchtops throughout • 2 Person Lift • Benchtop & computer work station behind bi-fold doors in Kitchen/Family • Decor shelving/cabinets to family & home theatre • 2340 high doors with square bend frames • Feature Karratha Stone to front elevation • Aircell insulation to cavity walls • Acoustic lining to theatre • Splayed skirting throughout • P50 shadowline cornice • 32c high ceilings • Ducted air conditioning • Curved facade with expressed joints to the face & soffit • Neff/Bosch & Miele appliances • Robe fitouts & sewing room fitout • Full kitchens at both levels • Ducted Vacuum • Intercom & security • Comfortplus glass throughout • 10 000 litre bladder for rain water is concealed under the front deck. Rainwater used to flush toilets & service washing machine • Glass splashbacks • Laminex designed timber veneer to cabinets • Heat n glo fireplace • Electric sliding gate to ROW • Faze energy efficient lighting • Superior Customer service • Quality craftsmanship & design" ["display_order"]=> NULL ["active"]=> string(1) "1" ["suburb"]=> string(12) "Shenton Park" } [1]=> array(6) { ["project_id"]=> string(2) "11" ["title"]=> string(12) "Salter Point" ["content"]=> string(1432) "

• The owners wanted a contemporary home with large open spaces and built to take full advantage of the magnificent views overlooking the river from the rear of the home, there is no brickwork on the walls facing the river it is all glass. And as they have three teenage children they wanted to create a comfortable family home to suit their lifestyle. The design allows for all bedrooms, Main Living areas and the Kitchen to have river views and access to balconies and decking areas.
• The Undercroft area accommodates the teenagers giving them their own games/entertainment room, kitchenette and study area complete with built in bookshelves.
• The ground floor has the Master Bedroom, Main Living/Dining/Kitchen area all with access to the Balcony which is fitted out with a BBQ area. The Dining/Kitchen area has bi-fold doors that open out onto the Balcony. The Kitchen has a walk in Pantry with a working bench space. This floor also incorporates a Theatre, Alfresco/Front Sun Room on the north/eastern corner, Study and 2 x Double Garages.
• Internal floors are Eastern States Blackbutt including the internal staircase, Carpet and Tiles. Externally you have Tiles on the main Balcony, Reeded Decking on lower Balcony, Poured Limestone on the lower Undercroft area, washed concrete Driveway and crossover, honed concrete to Porch and Path with matching pavers to side area.

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BRIEF

• Living areas upstairs for views of the ocean • Separate zoning for lower level for heating & cooling • Energy efficiency • Wall space & shelving for owners art work & curios • Separate kitchenette for outdoor dining/pool area on ground floor • Lots of colour • Contemporary style • Zoning for adult children & overseas guests at the ground level • Master suite upstairs • Studio with street access at lower level • Adequate off street parking • Shoe cabinet • Individual two storey design • Quality workmanship by a Master Builder member(MBA) • Lots of entertaining spaces

SITE CONSIDERATIONS

Consideration of adjoining buildings & evolving street scape Close proximity to the beach-salt & prevailing winds Ocean views to the West-impact on energy efficiency

BUILDING DESIGN PROCESS

The owner’s understood the micro climate of their site, having lived there for many years in a two storey house. Roof access was used to ascertain extent of views & possible impact of future development in the view path. Allot of valuable information from scaling the highest vantage point. It’s hard to design for views when they are merely assumed. Prevailing winds were an issue so two outdoor areas were designed, one to the view & one completely protection by the building itself that overlooked the pool. The ground floor level is self contained for visiting relatives & adult children & can be accessed without disturbing others on the top floor. It is separately zoned for acoustics & heating & cooling. There are views from 2 lower bedrooms overlooking the pool. The lower level living area leads onto the outdoor dining & pool & also the protected front courtyard which leads to the studio & garage. There is the ability to park 4 cars on site-two covered in the garage & two down the side of the house. A side entry garage also allows for off street guest parking. A studio is located at the front of the home on the ground floor for client access, independent of the home. A heat n glo fireplace was located centrally off the dining, between the kitchen & family areas. A corner window in the upstairs dining room frames the view of Rottnest.

EXTENDED DESIGN SERVICE

As a standard part of our design approach, Interior Design & Landscape Design are all part of the service. There is overlap between the design consultants &, therefore, is integrated as early as possible for the best overall design outcome. Our Building Designer & the owner’s of the Trigg residence worked directly with our Interior Designer & Landscape Designer during the course of the design process & also on site. Our clients find it reassuring to know that all the aspects of design are considered from the very beginning.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY

The home has aircell insulation in the cavity walls & comfortplus glass to all windows & doors. R3 batt insulation & 50mm anticon were used in the ceiling & roof space. The two storey entry void is a heat sink in winter. Cedar bifold windows, over the study desk in the dining, can be opened to allow naturally heated air to enter the main living areas in winter. Likewise, remote controlled louvred windows to stair void have been statically placed to allow the sea breeze to enter the main living area in summer. Louvres are best suited to controlling the amount of breeze which is important in locations close to the coast. In summer the entry & void acts as a separation from the western sun while still allowing views via the cedar bifold window. In a way it’s a double glazed affect with a large air cavity. Had the upstairs living been directly on the west side there would be more heat gain & less assess to views because of council restrictions on overlooking. The owner’s have said they have rarely use the air conditioning. The ability to naturally cross ventilate coupled with the insulated envelope has worked well to allow the owner’s to live comfortably without high energy costs. The master bedroom upstairs living, & two lower bedrooms have north facing windows overlooking the pool area. The outdoor dining has an operable louvred roof to allow winter sun to penetrate the downstairs living.

THE BUILDING PROCESS & CUSTOMER SERVICE

John worked with the clients from initially appraising & pricing of a previous design the clients submitted that was cost prohibitive. As a professional master builder working in the industry for more than 30 years, John is able to advise clients on all aspects of building their new home. John & his team work with the clients from beginning to end & are always available. The clients have direct access to the Building Designer, Interior Designer, Landscaper & Superviser. As a small building company everyone who works at Glenway knows about your project & can assist. Regular site meetings with John during construction are common & necessary to produce a quality custom built home that everyone involved can be proud of. The flexibility in the design process & on site is all part of the service we provide. Glenway has a dilapidation report done of the adjoining residences & works with adjoining owners to ensure the building process has minimal impact on their homes & their lifestyle. If there is any issues to discuss, such as fencing, John meets with the neighbours & the clients to ensure all parties are happy. Accessibility is a key feature of John’s company, Glenway Homes-Builders of integrity.

MATERIALS & FEATURES

• Acrylic texture in contrasting paint colours externally & tiles to entry facade Bamboo flooring
• Commercial Aluminium joinery including stacking sliding doors & remote controlled louvres Urbanstone pavers with use of contrast texture
• Cantilever curved entry canopy
• Entry pond, decking & water wall
• Frameless side fixed glass balustrade to stairs & front alfresco first floor
• Essastone benchtops throughout
• Larder pantry with benchtop & computer work station
• Corner Decor shelving for books & ornament display
• Cedar bifold window to dining entry void for views & natural air flow
• 2340 high doors
• Ducted air conditioning
• Plywood ceilings to outdoor areas
• Swimming pool with water feature wall
• Under floor heating to ground floor living
• Robe fitout & study desk to dining
• Kitchenettes at lower level
• Ducted Vacuum
• Intercom & security
• Kleenmaid appliances
• Comfortplus glass throughout
• Store off garage & separate store with roller door
• Glass splashbacks
• Laminex designed timber veneer to the kitchen
• Full height tiling
• Heat n glo fireplace
• Faze energy efficient lighting
• Electric operable roof to outdoor dining
• Superior Customer service
• Quality craftsmanship & design

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THE SOLUTION In order to afford our clients the best possible views of the river and enable adequate site access, Glenway Homes designed and built the home over four levels. It features a lower garage, under croft, ground floor and first floor. Aesthetically and design-wise, the home is ultra contemporary and this is immediately evident from the external facade – bold splashes of red contrast effectively with grey and white. The curved roof is a striking focal point and adds to the futuristic feel of the home. The home’s impressive entry is another key design feature. Featuring a pond, timber decking, water wall and curved canopy over the door, the area is not only eye-catching; it sets the tone for the rest of the home perfectly. Natural light pours into the home through bi-fold doors and windows that span the entire rear facade of the home. They allow for extensive views of the river to the north-east from each of the four levels. The glass also encloses the outdoor areas, which means they can be used all year round. In accordance with our clients’ wishes, we designed and built a concealed scullery/wet kitchen and pantry behind the main kitchen. This area serves as a place for food preparation and cleaning, and keeps the main kitchen neat and tidy while entertaining guests. Other standout features within this home include the plywood-lined ceilings in the outdoor living and dining areas, balcony and entry canopy. Kitchenettes exist at both the lower and upper levels, there is a three-level elevator and a second garage at the lower level makes for extra parking space. The lower level is self contained and can be closed off if not in use but serves as accommodation for adult children, currently living overseas when they come to stay. Helpful in the efficiency of heating and cooling." 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Features include a swimmimg pool, big bedrooms and an activity room for the boys upstairs. Other features include acrylic texture coat finish, travertine cladding and decorative mouldings externally and travertine floor tiles and blackbutt timber floors. Corian benchtops were fitted to the kitchen as well as Miele apppliances and stone tops to the bathrooms. Timber decking has been installed to the dining courtyard with Urbanstone to the circular driveway and rear Alfresco and pool area. The home has reverse cycle air-conditioning and solar HWS." ["display_order"]=> string(1) "6" ["active"]=> string(1) "1" ["suburb"]=> string(0) "" } [7]=> array(6) { ["project_id"]=> string(1) "9" ["title"]=> string(11) "North Beach" ["content"]=> string(1205) "The owners wanted a contemporary home with large open spaces upstairs for entertaining & to take in the ocean views. They have adult children who come home to stay from time to time & wanted a multi purpose use for the lower level in the future as potential home office & guest accommodation. There needed to be a small computer station upstairs as well, which has bi-fold windows to open it up to the space of the stairs & alfresco. The main level for the owners was the first floor. The views are to the west from Bedroom One & Living so special glass was used to insulate the internal spaces from the setting sun. The garage with the floor finished in polished concrete can be used as an undercover area for entertaining at the pool level with the rear wall opening up if required. Use of polished concrete, timber floors, reeded decking & washed concrete to Pool area, aluminium semi commercial joinery, stainless steel & glass balustrades, glass including translucent laminate, rendered brick & timber infill fencing, limestone & contrasting paint colours give the facade a strong composite presence. The brick balustrade to the Master Bedroom allows privacy while taking in the view to the ocean." ["display_order"]=> string(1) "7" ["active"]=> string(1) "1" ["suburb"]=> string(11) "North Beach" } [8]=> array(6) { ["project_id"]=> string(1) "7" ["title"]=> string(7) "Crawley" ["content"]=> string(764) "The residence possesses a spectacular ambiance and style. The design of large windows, high ceilings and large open spaces flooded with natural Northern light creates a special feel. An impressive entrance with Black Butt timber floors leads you into the open plan design of the ground floor, comprising of two separate and spacious living areas, a gourmet kitchen and dining area. All of the bedrooms are spacious with the Master Bedroom comprising of huge walk in robes and En-suite bathroom with floor to ceiling tiles. The additional two bedrooms are spacious with large built in robes and share a well appointed bathroom. Take the lift from the enormous garage up to the living areas, then to the bedrooms and continue to the roof deck on the fourth level." ["display_order"]=> string(1) "8" ["active"]=> string(1) "1" ["suburb"]=> string(7) "Crawley" } [9]=> array(6) { ["project_id"]=> string(1) "1" ["title"]=> string(11) "Mosman Park" ["content"]=> string(603) "The owner’s of this Mosman Park home required a 4 bedroom house for their family of four that maximised their views to the South. With two small children, the 3 bedrooms including the master suite were all positioned upstairs. A fourth bedroom downstairs for guests, that doubles as a playroom, can be an alternate master suite allowing the house to grow and change with the families needs. Glenway Homes was able to achieve excellent views from the main living, kitchen, and dining areas, as well as the covered outdoor dining at the ground level and master bedroom, activity and balcony upstairs." 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Having emigrated from Europe they are very aware of the necessity of energy efficient design and are also fans of the Bau-haus style so the idea was to combine this style with and Australian feel, using the natural elements as much as possible." ["display_order"]=> string(2) "11" ["active"]=> string(1) "1" ["suburb"]=> string(9) "Brentwood" } }