Hillside Co age

A Bermudian inspired property designed as a downsized retirement home

Built next to a woodland reserve, there is a steep hillside on the northern side of this charming new home. The architects created the appearance of a single story cottage, while also taking advantage of the hillside to create a storey below. There is a total of 3,200 sq. ft. over the two floors. Many traditional Bermuda architectural elements have been incorporated, with a grey cement wash exterior with white trimmings, gable roof, and Flemish style detailing at the entrance.

The one-bedroom home features single level living, with a large open living room, dining room, with French doors leading to a walk-out terrace. The layout is a barrier free design intended for the homeowner’s long-term plans.

On the lower level there is a bathroom, laundry room, garage, and additional storage space.

Inside, a traditional fireplace is a focal point. The concrete staircases inside and outside include custom cut-out detailing to allow natural light to pass through. The kitchen and millwork are all custom made. A lot of the finishes are brushed nickel, contrasting with pastel-colored walls, light millwork finishes and darker ceramic floors throughout.

The outdoor terrace has been created as an all-season patio space. It enjoys 180-degree views of the golf course and is perfect for hosting large gatherings or enjoying a quiet morning coffee.

Integrated planters are carefully designed around the property to help with the overall scale of the home. Indeed, the homeowner loves gardening, and plans to plant beautiful flowers and fruit trees, Bermuda cedars and other endemic species, throughout the property. Although there are already many mature trees and plants, landscaping plays a crucial role for nestling the home in the hillside, while creating privacy.

The homeowner is very eco-conscious and the property will have many energy efficient features, including an array of solar panels and storage batteries — with the ability to expand the number of batteries for the home in the future as required.

Key Contractors

• BAC

• BAE

• D&J Construction Co Ltd

• Efficiency Limited

• E SE Studios

• First Class Electrics

• Mass Ltd

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